Arborist Trainee

Climbing Arborist Internship | Columbus, OH

Company : The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations : Columbus, OH Work Site : On Site

Position : Arborist Trainee Internship Starting Date : Flexible Objectives : Introduce career-oriented 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.

What We're Looking For :

• 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
• 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

Hours : 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays required.

What does Davey offer interns?

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.

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!