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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Climbing Foreman

Cypress, TX

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Cypress, TX Additional Locations: Houston, TX Work Site: On Site ... Safety Professional ® Company Overview What We Offer: * * Progressive advancement in job ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Trimmer

Cypress, TX

Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Cypress, TX Additional Locations: Houston, TX Work Site: On Site ... Safety Professional ®   Additional Information What We Offer: * * Paid time off and paid ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Trimmer

Cypress, TX · On-site

Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Cypress, TX Additional Locations: Houston, TX Work Site: On Site ... Professional ® Additional Information What We Offer: * * Paid time off and paid holidays

houstonzoo

Arborist

Houston, TX · On-site

Lead efforts on tree work and clean up, in emergency situations * Train and mentor team members in ... Engage with Zoo guests in a friendly and professional manner, providing information about tree care ...

Houston Zoo

Arborist

Houston, TX

Lead efforts on tree work and clean up, in emergency situations * Train and mentor team members in ... Engage with Zoo guests in a friendly and professional manner, providing information about tree care ...

OM TREE SERVICE

ISA Certifired Arborist

Houston, TX · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... work. If you love working outdoors, enjoy talking with people, and want your knowledge to translate into real earnings, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: * Perform professional tree ...

houstonzoo

Arborist

Houston, TX · On-site

Lead efforts on tree work and clean up, in emergency situations * Train and mentor team members in ... Engage with Zoo guests in a friendly and professional manner, providing information about tree care ...

OM TREE SERVICE

ISA Certifired Arborist

Houston, TX · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... work. If you love working outdoors, enjoy talking with people, and want your knowledge to translate into real earnings, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: * Perform professional tree ...

OM TREE SERVICE

ISA Certifired Arborist

Houston, TX · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... work. If you love working outdoors, enjoy talking with people, and want your knowledge to translate into real earnings, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: * Perform professional tree ...

Joshua Tree Experts

Lawn Care Technician

Cypress, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Join a company that invests in your professional licensing and industry certifications. The Mission ... Proactively identify issues related to other Joshua Tree Experts' services (tree work, etc.) and ...

Yellowstone Landscape

Tree Climber

Houston, TX

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

We are seeking experienced Tree Climbers to work safely in the field for our Tree Care division ... Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment * High profile customers, worksites, and ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Foreman

Cypress, TX · On-site

Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Cypress, TX Additional Locations: Houston, TX Work Site: On Site ... Safety Professional ® Company Overview What We Offer: * * Progressive advancement in job ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Foreman

Cypress, TX · On-site

Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Cypress, TX Additional Locations: Houston, TX Work Site: On Site ... Safety Professional ® Company Overview What We Offer: * * Progressive advancement in job ...

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How much do professional tree work jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional tree work in Houston, TX is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.35 and $31.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Professional Tree Work vs Arborist?

AspectProfessional Tree WorkArborist
CertificationsMay include industry certifications, safety trainingTypically holds ISA Certified Arborist credential
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on-site tree maintenance and removalOutdoor, tree care, pruning, and health assessment
Employer & Industry UsageTree service companies, landscaping firmsTree care companies, municipal forestry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve working with trees outdoors, Professional Tree Work generally refers to the broader category of tree-related tasks, including removal and maintenance, often performed by crews. An Arborist is a specialized professional with specific certifications focused on tree health, pruning, and preservation. Both roles are essential in tree care, but arborists typically have more advanced training and credentials.

Is professional tree work a good career?

Professional tree work involves tasks such as pruning, removal, and maintenance of trees, often requiring climbing skills and the use of specialized equipment. It can be physically demanding and may require certifications for safety, but it offers opportunities for steady employment and skill development in outdoor environments.

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Climbing Foreman

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Cypress, TX

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Davey Tree rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Davey Tree

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6.7

Company rating compared to similar companies: 6.7 out of 10

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Based on 1,051 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at Davey Tree

  • 92%

    92% say their health insurance is affordable

    say their health insurance is affordable

  • 82%

    82% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 69%

    69% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

Featured by Davey Tree, based on 101 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.  
Locations: Cypress, TX  
Additional Locations: Houston, TX 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 227045 

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:  

  • Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.  Including but not limited to:   
  • Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal 
  • Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects 
  • Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines 
  • Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks 
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more 
  • Mentor and train new employees 
  • How high you grow depends on you! 
Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:  

  • 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    
  • Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work 
  • Required: Valid driver’s license  
  • Required: Must know how to climb trees manually 
  • Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B without air brake restriction 
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law  
  • Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® 
Company Overview

What We Offer: * 

  • Progressive advancement in job classification and wage 
  • Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension 
  • Opportunity to travel  
  • Opportunity for overtime work 
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
  • Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options 
  • Employee referral bonus program 
  • Scholarship program for children of employees 
  • Charitable matching gift program 

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees 

Divisional 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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.  

Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! 

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 Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. 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 SurgeryJobs@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

Working at Davey Tree

Perks for frontline workers

From Davey Tree, via Breakroom

  • Holidays and paid time off

  • Group health plans

  • Vision and dental insurance

  • 401K with a company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount

  • Paid parental leave

  • Employee Educational Scholarship

  • Davey Family Scholarship

  • Employee referral bonus program

  • 20% discount on all Davey services

  • Child care discounts

  • Charitable matching gift program

  • Plus, so much more!

About Davey Tree, in their own words

From Davey Tree

At Davey, 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’re always striving to be our best, and we expect the same of each and every employee. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, flexibility and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels. And our unique employee-ownership model means you can have a stake in the success of our company every day, with every decision you make. Wherever you want to grow your career – from a new role to a new geography – there’s a place for you at Davey.

Company values

From Davey Tree

Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, Perseverance

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