Arborist Trainee Intern
$25/h
a day ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee Intern to join their team in Colma, CA for Spring/Summer 2026. The role involves gaining field experience in tree care, plant health care, and client services.
About the Role
As an Arborist Trainee Intern, you will learn essential skills in tree care, including tree climbing, chainsaw use, and customer service. You will work under the mentorship of a manager, gaining hands-on experience in both residential and commercial settings. The internship will require 40-50 hours of work per week, primarily Monday to Friday with some Saturdays.
About You
Required:
- Currently studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry, or a related discipline.
- Valid driver's license required; commercial driver's license is highly valuable.
- Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Benefits
- Job security from over 140 years of service.
- National reputation for stewardship and excellence.
- Opportunities for continuing education and career development.
- Access to industry-related training materials.
- Climbing gear, uniforms, and PPE provided.
- Monthly check-in calls to review progress.
- Opportunity for paid online learning and work during school breaks.
The Davey Tree Expert Company
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental solutions for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners across North America. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the U.S., Davey has been dedicated to creating and delivering sustainable solutions for 140 years. Vision: We create and deliver sustainable solutions. Mission: We exceed client expectations.
Daly City, CA