Arborist Climber - Safe, Outdoor Tree Care Pro

LSI - Landscape Services Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Safety-focused environment

All company equipment provided

401K, Medical, dental, life, PTO

Job summary

LSI - Landscape Services Inc. seeks a skilled Tree Climber to join our outdoor team in Nashville. The role involves climbing, pruning, and removal using safety rigging and specialized equipment, with emphasis on tree health and safety.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in arboriculture and landscape care, including knowledge of rigging techniques and equipment maintenance. This position offers growth, a safety-focused environment, and competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture, landscaping or horticulture.
• Familiarity with arborist rigging and tree removal methods.
• Experience operating bucket trucks or aerial lifts.
• Knowledge of safety protocols when working at heights.
• Growing experience in horticulture enhances tree health assessment.
• Background in landscape maintenance or lawn care.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using safety equipment to prune, trim, or remove.
• Use arborist rigging to lower large branches or trees during removal or pruning.
• Conduct tree removal, trimming, and pruning with precision for healthy growth and safety.
• Apply knowledge of tree care practices, including disease management and growth promotion.
• Operate chainsaws and hand tools safely according to protocols.
• Assist with land clearing, landscape maintenance, and lawn care as needed.
• Adhere to safety procedures while working at heights or around heavy equipment.
• Maintain equipment such as bucket trucks, rigging gear, and hand tools.
• Document work performed and communicate project status to team.

Skills

Arboriculture

Climbing techniques

Rigging techniques

Safety procedures

Landscaping maintenance

Chainsaw operation

Tools

Bucket trucks

Rigging gear

Hand tools

Limb loaders

Job description

LSI - Landscape Services Inc. seeks a skilled Tree Climber to join our outdoor team in Nashville. The role involves climbing, pruning, and removal using safety rigging and specialized equipment, with emphasis on tree health and safety.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in arboriculture and landscape care, including knowledge of rigging techniques and equipment maintenance. This position offers growth, a safety-focused environment, and competitive pay based on experience.