Line Clearance Arborist

Berkeley Electric Cooperative, Inc. • Moncks Corner, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

To further the knowledge and understanding of right-of-way maintenance through growth habits and correct arboricultural techniques used in trimming, pruning, and removing trees around the Cooperative's electrical distribution system. To learn and to promote safety in accordance with the policies and procedures in order to maintain safe working conditions.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Must be a qualified Line Clearance Arborist.
• Minimum of one (1) year as a Groundman.
• Basic knowledge of equipment and tools used in right-of-way clearing.
• Familiar with right-of-way specifications.
• Know Berkeley Electric Cooperative's safety rules and regulations.
• Perform basic operation with power saws and other right-of-way tools and utilize these tools while in tree.
• Must have ability to climb with hooks.
• Ability to maintain Line Clearance Arborist certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid SC commercial driver's license with air brake and combination endorsements.
• Ability to operate tractors, skid steers, backhoes and other right-of-way equipment.
• Required to work outside in various weather conditions.
• Regular hours with some overtime.
• Some climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting of objects up to 100 pounds required.
• Subject to calls at night and on weekends in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) Aerial lift specialist designation, acquire within two (2) years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Trimming, pruning, and removing trees around the Cooperative's electrical distribution system.
• Promote safety in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain safe working conditions.

What This Job Offers

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