Arborist Climber — Outdoor Utility Line Clearance Pro

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock ownership

Stock purchase options

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Career development program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Nashville, TN is seeking a dedicated Utility Tree Trimmer to join our outdoor crew serving major electric utility providers. This role requires climbing, pruning, and removing trees safely and efficiently while following industry standards.

You’ll work with a skilled team, operate tools such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts, and complete required safety trainings and orientation on hire.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors is essential and an orientation is required on hire.
• A valid driver’s license is required on hire; CDL preferred.
• Certifications such as pesticide licenses and ISA/TCIA credentials are preferred where state law allows.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems and perform pruning/removal.
• Safely prune treetops, remove damaged limbs, and clear vegetation from utility lines.
• Identify trees and apply pruning guidelines; maintain and operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Work as part of a crew with ground personnel and a foreperson.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL-A/B with Airbrake

Line clearance experience

Pesticide licenses

ISA Arborist/Tree Worker/TCIA safety

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Nashville, TN is seeking a dedicated Utility Tree Trimmer to join our outdoor crew serving major electric utility providers. This role requires climbing, pruning, and removing trees safely and efficiently while following industry standards.

You’ll work with a skilled team, operate tools such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts, and complete required safety trainings and orientation on hire.