Arborist Trainee Internship (Summer 2024) | Crystal Lake, IL
- The Davey Tree Expert Company
- Crystal Lake, IL, USA
- Jan 11, 2024
Job Description
Additional Locations: NA
Primary Locations: IL, Crystal Lake, 8733A Ridgefield Road, 60012
Requisition ID: 192667
Position Overview
POSITION: Arborist Trainee Internship: Spring/Summer 2024
Starting Date:
Flexible - We are currently looking for Internship candidates for Spring/Summer, 2024
Objectives:
Introduce career orientated students to exceptional opportunities in the industry including tree care, tree climbing, chainsaw use, plant health care and customer service. Internships in each division may vary in length depending on availability. Interns will be assigned a manager who will mentor them through a variety of job experiences within the industry. Throughout your experience, you will work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting.
Qualifications
- Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline in a 2 or 4 year program
- Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license highly valuable
- Pesticide/applicators License preferred
Hours: 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays required.
Experience
Experience Required
- Must have enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually
- Collaboration and communication skills
Experience Offered
Job Security with a company which has over 100 years of service National reputation for Stewardship and Excellence Promotes ambitious, team-focused experts quickly and focuses on continuing education Commitment to safety: Interns will work towards completing the CDP “C” Climber booklet Opportunity to apply for the Davey Scholarship and advance your career in the industry.
Additional Information
Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Generous performance incentive plan. Davey offers excellent benefits, the opportunity to buy Davey stock after 1 year, and industry related training and special Davey training courses.
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and CLS are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Davey is Employee Owned. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Company Overview
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
We are currently looking to add a dynamic Arborist Trainee Intern to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Intern
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Sector
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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.
