Climbing Arborist Crew Leader

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase options

Health plan

Scholarship program for children of em

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Nashville, TN is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to join our outdoor-focused team. Your office is outdoors and you will lead crews, perform arboricultural care, install cables, prune, remove hazards, and ensure safety.

We offer competitive hourly pay, benefits, 401(k) with company match, employee stock options, training, and advancement opportunities; join an employee-owned company with a strong safety culture and career development program.

Qualifications

• Experience with the duties listed (arboricultural care, pruning, removals).
• Experience leading a crew in field operations.
• Preferred licenses and certifications in arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Mentor crew members and ensure safe climbing operations.
• Prune, thin, remove deadwood; install cables and braces as needed.
• Safely operate chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts; coordinate with ground crew.

Skills

Leadership experience

Outdoor work

Arborist experience

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Tools

DdRT/MRS climbing

SRT/SRS climbing

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Nashville, TN
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228236

Position 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.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hourly pay ranging from $28.00 - $32.00 based on experience
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

What You'll Do:

• How high you grow depends on you!
• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Safely and productively provide arboricultural care for our clients, including but not limited to:
  • Jobsite Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process
  • Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
  • Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
  • Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew
• In addition, Crew Leaders will also:
  • Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program

What We're Looking For:

• 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: Experience with the job duites listed above
• Required: Experience leading a crew
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist ®, ISA Certified Tree Worker ®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional ®

Divisional Overview

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 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 [e-mail].

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%