Job Title: Aerial Lift Trimmer

At Xylem Tree Experts, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Aerial Lift Trimmer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for trimming, pruning, and removing trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules at all times
• Assist in preparing trucks and materials needed for each day
• Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
• Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
• Clean up and dispose of all debris
• Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily operations
• Continuously improve climbing and tree maintenance skills
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct reports for this position.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
• Previous aerial lift experience preferred
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
• Must be able to identify tree species
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial techniques
• Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions
• Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception, and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques
• Must be able to quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Salary : $50,000 - $75,000