Aerial Lift Trimmer - Charleston, WV

Xylem Tree Experts • Charleston, WV

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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 role performs tree maintenance and vegetation clearing near utility lines, maintains tools and equipment, and helps protect employees and the public by following and enforcing safe work practices. Storm restoration work and out-of-town travel may be required. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen. Applicants must meet I-9 work authorization requirements; the employer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• Two to three years of previous professional experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or Jarraff.
• 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, appropriate procedures near electrical conductors, and aerial emergency techniques.
• Ability to work and maneuver at considerable heights in varying and adverse weather conditions.
• Physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception, and ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to quickly remove oneself from a potential danger area.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist in preparing the truck and materials for each workday at the General Foreperson’s direction.
• Perform professional 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 keep track of tools and equipment used in daily operations.
• Continue developing professional skills in climbing and tree maintenance.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities.
• Protect 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.
• 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 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position and may differ for union hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed