Sales Arborist Trainee

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Acton, MA

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230424

Position 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 Sales Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Compensation

$65,000-$85,000 based on experience

Job Duties

• Learn to work as a tree doctor that makes house calls!

• Aid and assist sales team with field estimates.

• Create and build relationships and expectations with existing clients.

• Call on clients and conduct site visits.

• Drive organic revenue growth, as needed, by conducting sales activities to identify open bids and requests for Proposals (RFP’s), prepare bids/RFP’s and complete the full sales cycle.

• Conduct and participate in employee training.

• Develop and update annual plant health care programs.

• Identify tree species, weeds and grasses to provide expert advice and recommend programs to preserve and protect the health of the trees, shrubs and lawns.

• Manage inventory of plant heath care products and equipment.

• Manage, as needed, sales territory as assigned and/or handle sales calls in the event of an influx.

• Lead route planning and work order alignment for maximum efficiency. Coordinate production jobs, manage crew hours, and schedule specialized services.

• Act as a central communication hub between field specialists, advising arborists and the branch office to ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications

• Preferred: International Society of Arborists (ISA) certification or Massachusetts Certified Arborist (MCA)

• Required: Valid driver's license

• Required: Ability to complete required safety courses indicated in the Employee Handbook.

• Required: Proven high proficiency in skilled arboriculture and the knowledge and usage of all associated tools and equipment.

• Required: Proven ability to prioritize efficaciously and manage resources.

• Required: Proven ability to train and mentor others.

• Preferred: Fluency in Spanish is beneficial.

• Preferred: Relevant Pesticide, CDL Driver’s Licenses and certificates, if required by state law

• Good people skills; self-motivated; computer proficient and organized

Additional Information

**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

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.

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.

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 [email protected] .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: None