Arborist Trainee Internship (2024) | Naperville, IL jobs in United States
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Environmental Career Center ยท 5 months ago

Arborist Trainee Internship (2024) | Naperville, IL

positionNaperville, IL
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Environmental Career Center is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation, focusing on horticultural and environmental services. They are seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee to learn tree care, including climbing, pruning, and removal services, while operating as part of a tree crew.

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Responsibilities

Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
Assist in removal of hazardous trees
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more
How high you grow depends on you!

Qualification

Tree pruningTree identificationChainsaw operationFirst Aid certificationLove of outdoorsBackground in ForestryDefensive driving coursePesticide licenses

Required

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

Preferred

Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays
Opportunities for advancement
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
Group Health Plan
Employee referral bonus program
Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
Charitable matching gift program
All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company

Environmental Career Center

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Environmental Career Center provides career and staffing services for employers and job seekers.
dateFounded in 1980
location
Hampton, Virginia, USA
people-size2-10 employees
web-link
https://environmentalcareer.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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John Esson
Founder/Director
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