Aerial Lift Trimmer - Cumberland, MD

Xylem Tree Experts • Cumberland, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Lift Trimmer is responsible for climbing, pruning, and removing trees. Previous experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or jarraff is required. Must have a valid driver's license; CDL preferred. Always follow and help enforce safe practices and Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at Foreperson’s Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree Clean up and dispose of all Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills. Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers. Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or jarraff
• Valid driver's license
• Must meet I-9 requirements
• Pass a background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

Responsibilities

• Climbing, pruning, and removing trees
• Operating an aerial lift trimmer or jarraff
• Following and enforcing safe practices
• Preparing truck and materials needed for each day
• Performing professional tree maintenance activities
• Clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines
• Removing branches and trees
• Cleaning up and disposing of all debris
• Maintaining and keeping track of all tools and equipment
• Observing and practicing climbing and tree maintenance skills
• Assisting other crew members
• Safeguarding employees and the public from hazards
• Performing duties for storm work as needed

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental
• Option for enrollment in a 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

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