Trimmer Trainee

Utility Tree Service, LLC•San Jose, CA

10d•$31 - $40

About The Position

We are hiring Entry-level and Skilled Trimmers and Climbers On-the-job training is provided. The perfect opportunity to build a career in the Line Clearance industry. If you enjoy the great outdoors, this position is tailor-made for you.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
No fear of heights.
Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Entry-level position, no experience required.
Previous experience is a plus.
A Driver's License is Preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
Loads/unloads trucks.
Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
Assists in training new employees.
Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.