Arborist

Louisiana State University

9d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Arborist is responsible for the appearance and health of more than 5,000 large trees across approximately 470 acres. The role requires substantial knowledge, skill, and experience in tree care and preservation, including identifying diseased or declining major and ornamental trees and directing their treatment. The Arborist must understand the safe operation of applicable arborist equipment and ensure crew climbing activities and power-equipment operation are performed carefully to prevent injury or loss of life. The position directs and works alongside an assigned crew of tree specialists, arborists, and laborers. Work includes routine tree care and preservation, equipment oversight, pest and disease management, and operation of a tree stock nursery. The role is emergency essential and may require reporting to campus during emergencies or closures. Employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Requirements

Possess a current Louisiana Arborist license issued by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and have two years of experience in the upkeep of trees and shrubs; alternatively, have six semester hours in horticulture, forestry, turf management, landscape management, or tree surgery.
Valid Louisiana Class D driver's license.
Must undergo a motor vehicle record check and drug screening.
Knowledge of tree care and preservation, including identifying and directing treatment of diseased and declining trees.
Knowledge of safe operation of applicable arborist equipment and safe tree-climbing and power-equipment practices.

Responsibilities

Direct, work with, and assist an assigned crew in tree trimming, pruning, fertilization, aeration, mulching, removal, and replacement; schedule activities and interact with area landscape superintendents.
Direct, work with, and assist an assigned crew with Live Oak protection and preservation, including planning, documentation, material acquisition, and interdepartmental communication.
Supervise the use and preventive maintenance of arborist equipment and provide related training.
Identify diseases and pests and supervise herbicide and pesticide application in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Oversee a tree stock nursery area for replacement and propagation.
Perform other related duties as required.