Tree Trimmer

Wright Tree Service • Minneapolis, MN

85d

About The Position

The Trimmer/Climber Trainee position is a full-time, non-exempt role that reports to the Foreperson or General Foreperson. The essential functions of this role include trimming and removing trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, or powered trimmer lift truck, as well as working from the ground using saws and pruners. The trainee will be responsible for cutting branches or trunk sections and lowering them to the ground safely. Additional duties include using appropriate tools to fell trees or trimmed trunks, spraying stumps and brush to prevent further growth, and loading and unloading trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris. The role also involves repairing slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming, directing traffic, and keeping the work area clear and orderly. The trainee will also train new employees on proper procedures and safeguard employees and the public from hazards in the work area. The position requires cooperation with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways, and setting up barriers and warning signs to protect employees and the public. The trainee will be trained to perform tree and bucket rescue and will assume responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools and equipment. The role requires working around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines, as well as exposure to excessive noise and various weather conditions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews.
• Ability to enforce on-the-job safety practices.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
• Must withstand exposure to all kinds of weather.
• Ability to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions.
• Must be able to communicate professionally.
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds infrequently and up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Maintains a herbicide applicator or operator's certification as required.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards.
• Must complete and pass a Climber Trainee Performance Review.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees by climbing or working from the ground using saws/pruners.
• Cuts branches or trunk sections and lowers them to the ground safely.
• Uses appropriate tools to fell trees or trimmed trunks and splits them into manageable pieces.
• Sprays stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris.
• Repairs slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming.
• Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, and keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
• Trains new employees on proper procedures.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, and flags to protect employees and the public.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue.
• Inspects and maintains tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Reports the need for equipment and truck maintenance to crew lead.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services