Electric Right of Way Tree Trimmer

City of Danville•Va 24541, VA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains electrical right of ways by trimming and removing trees, shrubs, bushes, and other obstructions from electric utilities in and around high voltage lines. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Performs right of way line clearance by climbing trees using various gear and equipment; operating a hydraulic chain saw; operating a power chain saw; using various roping skills and techniques; and dragging and chipping various sized, shaped, and weighted limbs, brushes, logs, and wood; and operating a hydraulic aerial lift. Activities are performed in and around high voltage lines. Keeps equipment in “ready to use” status by sharpening chain saws; inspecting and repairing chippers, chain saws, and other necessary tools; inspecting ropes and climbing gear for safety; and inspecting the truck for safety. Assists line technicians in maintenance of electric lines and poles. Responds to storm work and on call by clearing and removing obstructions from electric lines; and assisting in line maintenance. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid Driver’s License (CDL – Class B) with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria
First Aid/CPR Certification
Line Clearance Certification
Basic familiarity with the work to know common principles and terminology and to understand and solve simple problems.
Intermediate Reading: Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesauruses.
Intermediate Writing: Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Intermediate Math: Ability to deal with a system of real numbers; and practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement.
Requires providing basic information to others outside direct reporting relationships on procedures or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach understanding and gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
Normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Heavy physical effort, exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive and communicate effectively with others.
Constant standing, walking, and pushing/pulling.
Frequent lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing.
Occasional crawling.
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
May frequently experience time pressure, working closely with others as part of a team, and tedious or exacting work.
May occasionally experience emergency situations, frequent changes of tasks, irregular work schedule/overtime, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, and noisy/distracting environment.
Typically requires use of work vehicle (Aerial Lift Truck), chain and hydraulic saws, ropes, hooks, ladders, chippers, axes, shovels, block and tackle; and any other equipment as appropriate or required.

Nice To Haves

No experience required.

Responsibilities

Maintains electrical right of ways by trimming and removing trees, shrubs, bushes, and other obstructions from electric utilities in and around high voltage lines.
Performs right of way line clearance by climbing trees using various gear and equipment.
Operates hydraulic chain saw.
Operates power chain saw.
Uses various roping skills and techniques.
Drags and chips various sized, shaped, and weighted limbs, brushes, logs, and wood.
Operates hydraulic aerial lift.
Keeps equipment in “ready to use” status by sharpening chain saws, inspecting and repairing chippers, chain saws, and other necessary tools, inspecting ropes and climbing gear for safety, and inspecting the truck for safety.
Assists line technicians in maintenance of electric lines and poles.
Responds to storm work and on call by clearing and removing obstructions from electric lines and assisting in line maintenance.