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Climbing Arborist Trainee
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Eden Prairie, MN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227608
POSITION OVERVIEW
Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties.
JOB DUTIES
What You’ll Do:
- 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!
QUALIFICATIONS
What We’re Looking For:
- Love of the outdoors
- Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
- 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: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive wages based on experience, starting at $22-28 per hour.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- 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 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 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 Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
DIVISIONAL OVERVIEW
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 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 Recruiting@davey.com.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent
JOB TYPE: Full Time
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS: Up to 25%
INTRODUCTION
Climbing Arborist Trainee
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Eden Prairie, MN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227608
POSITION OVERVIEW
Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties.
JOB DUTIES
What You’ll Do:
- 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!
QUALIFICATIONS
What We’re Looking For:
- Love of the outdoors
- Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
- 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: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive wages based on experience, starting at $22-28 per hour.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- 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 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 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 Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
DIVISIONAL OVERVIEW
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 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 Recruiting@davey.com.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent
JOB TYPE: Full Time
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS: Up to 25%
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Verify your trainee role qualifies
H-2B visa covers temporary, non-agricultural trainee positions tied to a specific season or peak need. Confirm your role has a fixed end date and that your employer can document why no qualified U.S. workers are available for the training slot.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified wage level for your trainee occupation code in your target state. Employers must pay at least this rate, so knowing it upfront protects you from underpayment and strengthens your offer evaluation.
Target employers with active DOL certifications
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have already filed H-2B labor certifications for trainee roles. These employers understand the sponsorship process and are actively hiring, cutting down your search time significantly.
Apply early to beat the 33,000-visa half-cap
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits into two halves of 33,000 each for October and April start dates. File your trainee job offer with a start date that aligns with the correct half-year to avoid cap exhaustion before your petition is processed.
Understand your O*NET occupation code
Look up your trainee position in O*NET before your employer files. The DOL uses occupation codes to classify roles and set prevailing wages, so a misclassified trainee title can delay certification or reduce your wage protection.
Confirm the employer has an I-129 filing plan
Once DOL certifies the labor condition, your employer must file Form I-129 with USCIS to petition for your H-2B status. Ask your prospective employer directly whether they have an attorney or designated HR contact handling this step before you accept.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find trainee jobs that offer H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search trainee positions filtered by employers with verified H-2B filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored the visa. Focus on industries like hospitality, landscaping, and construction, where structured trainee programs with seasonal demand are most common and DOL labor certifications are filed regularly.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my trainee job application?
USCIS issues no more than 66,000 H-2B visas per fiscal year, divided into two half-year allocations of 33,000 each. If the cap for your start date's half fills before your petition is processed, you'll need to wait for the next allocation period. Coordinating closely with your employer on filing timing is critical to staying inside an open cap window.
Can my H-2B trainee status be extended if the program runs longer than expected?
H-2B status can be extended in increments up to a three-year maximum, but your employer must demonstrate continued temporary need and file an extension petition with USCIS before your current status expires. Trainee programs tied to a defined learning curriculum are more straightforward to extend than open-ended roles, since the DOL requires documented justification for any continued temporary need.
Does my employer need to pay me the same as U.S. workers in a trainee role?
Yes. DOL requires employers to pay H-2B workers at least the prevailing wage for the occupation and location listed on the certified labor condition application. For trainee positions, that wage is determined by your assigned O*NET occupation code and the state where you'll work, not by your trainee title or program level.