Lead Climbing Arborist — Outdoor Crew Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted %s

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader in Nashville, TN. Your office is outdoors, and you will lead a crew delivering professional arboricultural care across sites with safety and precision.

You’ll use DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems to prune, remove deadwood, install cables, and remove hazardous trees. Training, certifications, and advancement opportunities are available in a strong employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a crew in arboriculture.
• Must complete Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Must complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred licenses and certificates in forestry or horticulture.
• ISA TCIA certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees and provide arboricultural care for clients.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout canopy.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees.
• Operate tools including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Crew leadership

Tree climbing

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Forestry / Horticulture background

Tools

DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader in Nashville, TN. Your office is outdoors, and you will lead a crew delivering professional arboricultural care across sites with safety and precision.

You’ll use DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems to prune, remove deadwood, install cables, and remove hazardous trees. Training, certifications, and advancement opportunities are available in a strong employee-owned culture.