Aerial Lift Trimmer - Monroe, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Monroe, NC

22h

About The Position

The Aerial Lift Trimmer trims, prunes, and removes trees using a bucket truck or other equipment and tools. The role performs tree maintenance and clears vegetation away from utility lines while following and helping enforce safe work practices. Trimmers assist with daily crew preparation, maintain tools and equipment, clean up debris, and support coworkers. Storm restoration work, including travel out of town, may be required. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating an aerial lift trimmer with a tree care company is required.
• A driver’s license is required.
• Working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations.
• Ability to identify tree species.
• Familiarity with electrical hazards and appropriate procedures when working near electrical conductors, and with aerial emergency techniques.
• Ability to work and maneuver at considerable heights in varying and adverse weather conditions.
• Physical strength and agility, good balance and depth perception, and ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to administer emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and applicable first-aid techniques.
• Ability to quickly remove oneself from a potential danger area.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Prepare the truck and materials needed for each day at the General Foreperson’s direction.
• Perform professional tree maintenance 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 keep track of tools and equipment used in daily operations.
• Continue practicing climbing and tree maintenance skills to improve professional abilities.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean and orderly, and maintaining frequent voice communication with coworkers.
• Perform storm work as needed, including out-of-town travel when required.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Potential additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other forms of compensation, subject to position and eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position.

What This Job Offers

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