Tree Climber

LSI - Landscape Services Inc.•Nashville, TN

55d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

LSI is looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Tree Climber to join our team. This role involves working outdoors in various environments to maintain and improve tree health and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tree care, climbing techniques, and landscape maintenance, with a passion for horticulture and environmental stewardship. As a Tree Climber, you will perform essential tasks related to tree removal, pruning, and maintenance using specialized equipment and rigging techniques, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Requirements

Familiarity with arborist rigging techniques, tree removal methods, and plant pruning care is essential.
Proficiency with chainsaws, limb loaders, or other tree care equipment is required.
Understanding of safety protocol adherence when working at heights or with heavy machinery.

Nice To Haves

Prior outdoor work experience in arboriculture, landscaping, or horticulture preferred.
Knowledge of GIS mapping or land surveying is a plus for site planning purposes.
Experience operating bucket trucks or aerial lifts is highly desirable.
Growing experience in horticulture or dendrology enhances the ability to assess tree health effectively.
Background in landscape maintenance or lawn care is beneficial for supporting comprehensive site management.

Responsibilities

Climb trees using appropriate safety equipment, rigging and climbing techniques to perform pruning, trimming, or removal operations.
Utilize arborist rigging techniques to safely lower large branches or entire trees during removal or pruning projects.
Conduct tree removal, trimming, and pruning with precision to promote healthy growth and safety.
Apply knowledge of tree care practices, including disease management and growth promotion.
Use chainsaws and other hand tools following strict safety protocols to ensure efficient work processes.
Assist with land clearing, landscape maintenance, and lawn care as needed.
Adhere to all safety procedures and protocols while working at heights or around heavy equipment.
Maintain equipment such as bucket trucks, rigging gear, and hand tools in good condition.
Document work performed and communicate it effectively with team members regarding project status.