Tree Care Safety & Training Specialist
We're looking for an experienced tree care professional who enjoys helping others work safer, smarter, and more efficiently.
This unique role combines field visits, safety consulting, training, and industry outreach. You'll work directly with tree care companies across North America, helping improve safety programs while contributing to the development of industry-leading educational resources.
If you've spent years working in tree care and enjoy mentoring others, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
What You'll Do
Visit tree care companies to observe operations and identify opportunities for improvement
Conduct safety assessments and provide practical recommendations
Build relationships with business owners, supervisors, and crews
Assist with the development of training programs and educational content
Support online and in-person training initiatives
Participate in industry events, conferences, and demonstrations
Contribute ideas that improve safety and operational excellence throughout the industry
We're Looking For Someone Who
Has experience working in the tree care, forestry, utility vegetation management, or related industries
Understands safe work practices and enjoys helping others succeed
Communicates well with crews, managers, and business owners
Is comfortable speaking to small groups or willing to learn
Enjoys travel and working independently
Can prepare professional reports and documentation
Has a valid driver's license and can travel throughout North America
Preferred (Not Required)
ISA Certified Arborist
CTSP or other safety certifications
Experience with climbing, aerial lifts, rigging, or vegetation management
Experience delivering training or mentoring employees
Experience with safety inspections or operational reviews
Don't meet every qualification? We'd still like to hear from you. If you have strong industry experience and a passion for safety and education, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
Help shape the future of safety in the tree care industry
Work with companies across North America
Flexible remote position with travel
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunity to make a lasting impact on an industry you know well
Salary Range $80,000 — $100,000 USD
Compensation & Benefits
Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:
Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend , Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.
Why Join IMA?
We’ve built a reputation for putting our associates first
What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It’s this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.
We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team
We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we’re big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.
We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry
2020-2023 Business Insurance Magazine Best Places to Work in Insurance
2023 Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces
2023 Denver Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2022-2023 Connecticut Top Work Places
2021-2023 Inc. 5000’s List of Fastest Growing Companies
2019-2022 Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
2022-2023 Kansas City Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 Charlotte Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 Los Angeles Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Work Places
2021-2022 Puget Sound Business Journal’s Washington’s Best Workplaces
2021-2022 Wichita Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, #1 in extra-large category
2021 Dallas Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021 Alaska Journal of Commerce’s Best Workplaces in Alaska
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.