Additional Locations: NA

Primary Locations: MA, Needham, 433 Chestnut Street, 2492 

Requisition ID: 199105

Position Overview

Hartney Greymont, a Davey company, is looking for a Arborist Consultant Trainee to join our team.

Job Duties

Primary Duties will include:

Perform tree assessments using Level II and Level III ISA Tree Risk Assessments methodologies.

 

Perform site monitoring and site inspections for development sites with reporting and recommendations.

 

Prepare technical reports.

 

Review civil, architectural, and landscape architecture plans, details, and specifications for conflicts with trees.

 

Prepare invasive species management plans.

 

Perform tree inventories.

 

Interpret and apply municipal tree regulations in a variety of jurisdictions.

 

Perform plant diagnostics, pest and disease scouting, monitoring, treatments, and other Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices; soil testing, amendment recommendations, and root system investigations; and various other tree preservation measures.   Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in forestry, horticulture, botany, environmental sciences, or other closely related field (1-3 years) experience in arboriculture, urban forestry, landscape construction, landscape architecture, or site design ISA Certified Arborist ISA TRAQ or the ability to obtain within 6 months. Familiarity with Southeast forest and landscape plant identification including non-native trees and shrubs. Working knowledge of soils as it relates to tree health and vigor. Ability to work closely with design and construction management teams and local government officials. Manage multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying terrain and weather. Willingness for occasional regional travel

 

Preferred:

Familiarity with civil engineering; land clearing; site work; residential, commercial, and institutional construction and renovations; landscape design/construction; underground utilities construction and design. Familiarity with the Resistograph drill, data interpretation and report writing with findings and recommendations. Experience working with a diverse client base in both the public and private sectors Technological aptitude and ability to quickly learn unfamiliar software and technology GIS and/or CAD experience (or willingness/aptitude to learn). Experience with GPS and survey concepts Additional Information

What We Offer:*

Paid time off and paid holidays. Hourly pay ranging from $30.00 - $40.00 based on experience Opportunities for advancement. All job specific equipment and safety gear provided. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match. Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options. Group Health Plan. Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend. Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas. Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers. The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees. Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
 

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.

 

Hartney Greymont, a Davey company, provides a full range of tree care services and is based in the greater Boston, Massachusetts, area. 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: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%