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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Climbing Trimmer | Line Clearance
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What they do
A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.
$46,988 / year median in Ohio
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Climbing Trimmer | Line Clearance The Davey Tree Expert Company - 3.4 Akron, OH Job Details Permanent | Full-time $23.52 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance 401(k) Matching gift program Paid time off Pension plan Parental leave 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications CDL B Aerial lift for tree climbing Outdoor work experience Chainsaw Pruning (plant care) CDL A Mid-level Outdoor debris cleaning Tree cutting Bucket operation Tree pruning Air Brake Endorsement Certified Arborist Equipment maintenance Chipper Full Job Description Climbing Trimmer |
Line Clearance Company:
Davey Tree Surgery Co.Locations:
Akron, OH Additional Locations:
The Greater Akron Ohio regionWork Site:
On Site Req ID:
228252 Position Overview Davey Utility Line Clearance, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced Line Clearance Climbing Trimmer, CDL holder preferred, joining our team servicing the Greater Akron, Ohio region.Job Duties What You'll Do:
Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.Including but not limited to:
Pruning treetops and 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 Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson 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 hireRequired:
valid driver's licensePreferred:
Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B withAir Brake Endorsement Preferred:
line clearance experience or other related tree workPreferred:
relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state lawPreferred:
ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®Additional Information What We Offer:
Hourly rate $23.52 Group health plans- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave 401k with up to a 4% company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan:
Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount Holidays and paid time off- Payroll savings plan
- Charitable matching gift program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Educational Scholarship
- Davey Family Scholarship
- 20% discount on all Davey services
- Cell phone discounts
- Vehicle purchase discount program
- Plus, so much more! All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
- Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.