DTE TREE Trim Academy
In partnership with DTE, 91Pro: HOPE offers a seven-week tree trimming program. The program is designed to provide specific training at different intervals with each of the partnering organizations. The 91Pro: HOPE team is responsible for recruitment, selection, work readiness training, supportive services, and overall coordination of the tree trim program. To learn more click here: DTE Tree Trim Academy
Week One
Work Readiness at 91Pro: HOPE:
Students are immersed into the 91Pro: HOPE 5A’s (attendance, attitude, academics, appearance, and accountability), working with diverse populations, customer service, conflict resolution, financial literacy, and computer enhancement.
Week Two
Truck Driving School:
Students are trained for Temporary Instruction Permit (TIP). This permit is required for students to drive a truck with a licensed truck driver/trainer.
Weeks Three and Four
On-site at DTE’s Detroit Tree Trimming Academy:
Training includes, physical fitness, personal protective equipment, tying knots, climbing, introduction to tree trimming.
Week 5
Pesticide Training:
Students will be eligible to participate in all new and highly sought after Pesticide Applicator certification. Beginning wages will start at $20.30 with CDL as woodsman/drive
Weeks 6 and 7
Truck Driving School:
Students are prepared and tested for the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL -B). Includes testing by a state examiner.