Aerial Lift Trimmer -Harrison, AR

Xylem Tree Experts • Harrison, AR

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About The Position

The Aerial Lift Trimmer trims, prunes, and removes trees using a bucket truck or other equipment and tools. The position performs utility vegetation management, including clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines, removing branches and tree material, and cleaning up and disposing of debris. The employee maintains and tracks tools and equipment, follows safe work practices, supports crew members, and may perform storm restoration work as needed. This role has no direct reports. Out-of-town travel for storm restoration may be required. Applicants must pass a background check and drug screen as required and meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal.
• Must be able to identify tree species.
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards, appropriate procedures near electrical conductors, and aerial emergency techniques.
• Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights in 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 quickly remove oneself from a potential danger area.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for the job.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries is preferred.
• Previous aerial lift experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist with preparing the truck and materials for each workday as directed by the General Foreperson.
• Perform tree maintenance activities as directed by the General Foreperson.
• Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines and remove branches and tree material.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Maintain and track tools and equipment used in daily operations.
• Continue developing professional climbing and tree maintenance skills.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities.
• Protect employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices, maintaining a clean and orderly work area, and communicating frequently with coworkers.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and applicable first-aid techniques.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Option to enroll in a 401K.
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position and may vary for union hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED