Climber

Townsend Corporation•Brandenburg, KY

37d

About The Position

A Climber uses sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques to cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities. This position improves the appearance, health, and value of trees. As a Climber, you will prune/treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers, and power pruners. You will work off the ground in the tree canopy in this position and may use truck-mounted lifts.

Requirements

Semi-skilled in mechanics
Proficient in proper tree groundwork, including but not limited to basic tree pruning and tree removal
Must be able to complete a proficiency test consisting of climbing, knot tying, and chainsaw maintenance
Demonstrate an understanding of the safe handling and operation of chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record per Company requirements
Knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to problem solve
Meet all physical requirements of the position
Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations
18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Cuts away dead and excess branches from trees
Clears branches around power lines, using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck booms
Cables, braces, ties, bolts, stakes, and guides trees and branches to provide support
Cleans, sharpens, and lubricates tools and equipment
Inspects trees to determine if they have diseases or pest problems
Supervises others engaged in tree trimming work and trains lower-level employees
Operates boom trucks, stump chippers, brush chippers, power saws, sprayers, and other equipment
Prunes, cuts down, fertilizes, and sprays trees as directed by tree surgeons
Transplants and removes trees and shrubs and prepares trees for moving

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