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Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Equipment Operator | 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

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Job Description

Company:
Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:
Carrollton, OH Additional Locations:
Carroll County, OH Work Site:
On Site Req ID:
228662 Position Overview We are currently looking to add a dynamic Equipment / Jarraff / SkyTrim Operator to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals who will be joining a team servicing the Carrollton / Carroll County, Ohio region. Job Duties Position involves operating Jarraff / SkyTrim mobile equipment on utility right-of-way Responsible for equipment and crew safety when removing trees on utility right-of-way Assist in all job functions as a member of the crew
Qualifications What We're Seeking:
Love of the outdoors Prefer a minimum of two (2) years mobile equipment operating experience and training which provides the necessary operations skills, knowledge and abilities is required Be capable of successfully passing a mobile equipment operations certification test 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:
valid driver's license
Preferred:
Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B with
Air Brake Endorsement Preferred:
line clearance experience or other related tree work
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 Profession Additional Information Hourly pay rate $22.00 - 28.00 based on line clearance / industry experience and if a CDL holder. 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.
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 course. 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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. 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 Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. 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.
Accommodations:
If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at SurgeryJobs@davey.com .
Employment Type:
Permanent Job Type:
Full Time Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%