Arborist - Trimmer Trainee

Lewis Tree Service • Marion, NC

98d

About The Position

At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We're the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America… and always growing. We're in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees. Why you'll love being part of the Lewis Family: We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things.

Requirements

• At least six months experience as a crew member as ground person or equivalent, working around utility wires.
• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs to shoulder height or more.
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as tree species identification and Local, state and federal licenses.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests.
• Ability to obtain valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Be a participant in an innovative climbing skills training program.
• Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment.
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removal of trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above the power lines.
• Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.
• Mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area.
• Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Specialized paid training & certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administrative and Support Services