Climber - Robinsville, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Robinsville, NC

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About The Position

The Climber climbs, prunes, and removes trees according to the Foreperson’s directives. The role also includes ground-based work, handling and feeding brush into a chipper, inspecting assigned tools and equipment, and helping maintain a safe and orderly work area. Climbers may perform storm work and must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration when needed. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring the ability to pass a background check and drug screen as required for the job.

Requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations.
• Must be able to climb and descend trees using rope and a safety saddle.
• Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and applicable first-aid techniques.
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures near electrical conductors, as well as aerial rescue techniques for emergencies aloft.
• Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions.
• Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception, and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to quickly move away from a potential danger area.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able 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

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

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Climb, prune, and remove trees according to the Foreperson’s directives.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into a brush chipper.
• Perform ground work using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws.
• Inspect assigned tools and equipment and ensure they are in proper working condition.
• Help safeguard employees and the public by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean and orderly, and maintaining frequent voice communication with coworkers.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental health insurance benefits.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Paid time off, with eligibility and accrual timelines varying by position.
• Overtime, premium pay, or other additional compensation may be available depending on position and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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