Job Description
Additional Locations: Not Applicable
Primary Locations: TX, Austin, 15613 FM969, 78724
Requisition ID: 170205
Position Overview
Job Duties
What You’ll Do:
Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
Mentor and train new employees
How high you grow depends on you!
Qualifications
What We’re Seeking:
Love of the outdoors
Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work
Required: Valid driver’s license
Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®
Company Overview
What We Offer: *
Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
Opportunity to travel
Opportunity for overtime work
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
Employee referral bonus program
Scholarship program for children of employees
Charitable matching gift program
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com
If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
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The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a North American leader in the Urban Forestry, Tree Care, Utility Line Clearing, Grounds Management and Natural Resources Consulting industries, with operations throughout the United States and Canada. The Davey Resource Group provides consulting, system & environmental assessments, and data management resources to utility, municipal and private customers. Career Opportunities exist in multiple segments, with positions from entry-level, non-degreed to experienced with degree.
Davey Tree is Employee Owned, an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering excellent compensation, full benefit programs & 401K, and ability to buy company stock. Visit WWW.DAVEY.COM to learn more about Davey Tree.
