Line Clearance Trimmer
About The Position
Davey Utility Line Clearance is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Climbing Trimmer, with a CDL preferred, to join their team servicing the Medina and Lorain County, Ohio regions for Lorain-Medina Rural Electric. This role involves all aspects of tree pruning and removal services for major electric utility providers, including pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees, removing broken limbs, and applying knowledge of tree identification and industry pruning guidelines. The position requires active participation as a crew member, supporting the ground crew and foreperson. The company emphasizes growth opportunities based on individual performance.
Requirements
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement
- Line clearance experience or other related tree work
- Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
- ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®
Responsibilities
- Climb Trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
- Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
- Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal.
- Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
- Apply knowledge of tree identification and industry pruning guidelines.
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson.
Benefits
- Group health plans
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
- Holidays and paid time off
- Payroll savings plan
- Charitable matching gift program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Educational Scholarship
- Davey Family Scholarship
- 20% discount on all Davey services
- Cell phone discounts
- Vehicle purchase discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
