Advanced Tree Trimmer - Power Line Clearance Pro

Wright-Canada-Holding; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Weekly pay

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is looking for an experienced Advanced Tree Trimmer to prune and remove trees, branches, and shrubs near power lines. You will work with climbing equipment and ground tools to ensure safety, health, and appearance of trees while maintaining regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, supervising less experienced staff, and complying with OSHA and ANSI standards. This role requires long hours, overtime during emergencies, and strong safety discipline.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300 standards.
• OSHA electrical safety awareness.
• Ability to read circuit maps and electrical schematics.
• Experience with tree trimming near energized lines.

Responsibilities

• Loads limbs and logs from trucks to prepare for removal.
• Poda, remove or fell trees using climbing equipment and hand tools.
• Works aloft to cut branches, lowering them safely with rigging lines.
• Operates ground tools to fell trees and split sections.
• Maintains safety practices and reports hazards and incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety compliance

Reading circuit maps

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered trimmer lift truck

Job description

Wright Tree Service is looking for an experienced Advanced Tree Trimmer to prune and remove trees, branches, and shrubs near power lines. You will work with climbing equipment and ground tools to ensure safety, health, and appearance of trees while maintaining regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, supervising less experienced staff, and complying with OSHA and ANSI standards. This role requires long hours, overtime during emergencies, and strong safety discipline.