Aerial Lift Arborist — Storm & Utility Trees

ISA Certified Arborist; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

XKIG is seeking an Aerial Lift Trimmer in Salem, VA to trim, prune, and remove trees using bucket trucks or similar tools. You will work under the General Foreperson and must have a valid driver’s license and prior aerial lift/tree trimming experience. This safety-sensitive role requires background checks and drug screening.

Travel for storm restoration work is required. The position offers full-time hours with health benefits and a 401K.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or education equivalence preferred.
• Prior aerial lift/tree trimming experience preferred.
• Driver's license required.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and enforce safe practices.
• Prepare truck and materials as directed by Foreperson.
• Perform tree maintenance and trimming per supervisor instruction.
• Clear and trim trees and debris from around utility lines.
• Clean up and dispose of debris after job completion.
• Maintain tools and equipment used daily.
• Demonstrate climbing and tree maintenance skills for improvement.
• Assist crew members in daily activities.

Skills

Knots & Rigging

Tree species knowledge

Electrical hazards awareness

Height work

Physical fitness

First aid CPR

Tree rescue

PPE awareness

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

XKIG is seeking an Aerial Lift Trimmer in Salem, VA to trim, prune, and remove trees using bucket trucks or similar tools. You will work under the General Foreperson and must have a valid driver’s license and prior aerial lift/tree trimming experience. This safety-sensitive role requires background checks and drug screening.

Travel for storm restoration work is required. The position offers full-time hours with health benefits and a 401K.