Journeyman Tree Trimmer - Travel Crew

Wright Tree Service•Fridley, MN

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About The Position

The Advanced Tree Trimmer is a qualified Line Clearance Tree Trimmer responsible for pruning and removing trees, limbs, and shrubs near power lines to reduce vegetation interference. The role uses a range of equipment, tools, and techniques to perform advanced tree care while addressing growth patterns and supporting tree health and appearance. Work includes climbing and ground-based tree work, operating around energized power lines and hazardous equipment, applying herbicides, maintaining equipment, and supporting safe work practices. The position involves extensive travel and may require long hours, overtime, and emergency call-outs, including during holidays, weekends, and storm work.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working on tree-trimming or tree-clearing crews, or successful completion of applicable skills assessments.
Valid First Aid and CPR cards, or the ability to obtain them within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits, and arboricultural techniques for trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing trees near energized conductors.
Strong customer-service and communication skills, including rapport-building, listening, questioning, and patience.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, customers, and employees and represent Wright Tree Service professionally.
Knowledge and understanding of ANSI Z133.1 (current version) and ANSI A300.
Ability to follow and coach employees on company and industry safety requirements.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps.
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269.
Ability to determine nominal voltage, use insulated tools properly near energized parts, and distinguish exposed live parts from other electrical equipment parts.
Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately.
Ability to comprehend, read, and write job instructions and safety information.
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take appropriate precautions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays, weekends, and storm work, and to respond to call-outs.
Knowledge of and training in tree and bucket rescue.
Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a group.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds infrequently and up to 30 pounds frequently; the role may also require exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally or up to 50 pounds frequently or constantly to move objects.
Ability to perform bending, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, lifting, carrying, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions; reach upward and downward occasionally; and enter and exit vehicles and equipment numerous times per day.
Visual acuity sufficient to assess work accuracy and completeness, make general observations, read screens and printed material, inspect small defects, and use measurement devices.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license or commercial driver's license, depending on division and utility or contract requirements, and a DOT medical card in accordance with FMCSA regulations.
Ability to drive a vehicle with an attached chipper or other trailing unit to, from, or within the work area.
Herbicide application certification or equivalent, as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable law.
Keeping informed about new equipment and specifications, standards, practices, and operating procedures.

Responsibilities

Load vehicles and equipment with manageable limbs and logs that are not suited for wood chipping.
Trim, remove, or fell trees using climbing equipment, powered trimmer lift trucks, safety belts, climbing lines, ladders, and applicable ground tools.
Work aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and drop or lower them to the ground using rigging lines.
Use appropriate ground tools to fell trees or spars and split them into manageable pieces.
Work around hazardous equipment and, when required, in close proximity to energized power lines while directly supervising non-qualified employees working near energized conductors.
Apply herbicide with growth regulators to brush and stumps and maintain application records.
Follow company policies, procedures, safety practices, approved work methods, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws; help educate less experienced employees on these requirements.
Repair minor property damage occurring at the job site and escalate situations to the General Foreperson when necessary.
Feed brush and debris into a woodchipper.
Set up warning signs, barriers, and flags; relay hand signals; direct traffic; and use other traffic-control devices to protect employees and the public.
Cooperate with property owners, customers, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways.
Inspect vehicles and equipment, perform routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment, and tools, and report specialized maintenance needs to the General Foreperson.
Remain on duty for the duration of an emergency or natural disaster when required.
Support and participate in Wright’s safety and employee-ownership culture.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
Drive and operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
Assist with obtaining written permission from property owners when needed.
Promote and maintain good relations with customers, the public, and employees.