Trimmer

Davey Tree Expert•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trimmer provides utility line clearance and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers. Work includes pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees through trimming or removal, and removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects. The role maintains, prepares, and operates tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts, and works as part of a crew with Groundman and Crew Foreman support. The work is outdoors and may involve travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

Driver’s license required.
Complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
Pesticide license if required by state law.
Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required depending on job requirements.
Electric utility tree trimming or climbing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal.
Remove broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
Maintain, prepare, and operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and other job-specific equipment.
Work as part of a crew with supporting Groundman and Crew Foreman.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays.
Opportunities for advancement.
Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee referral bonus program.
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers.
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
Charitable matching gift program.