Aerial Lift Tree Trimmer – Utility Lines

ISA Certified Arborist; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

XKIG is seeking an experienced Aerial Lift Trimmer to trim, prune, and remove trees using bucket trucks and related equipment. The role requires prior line clearance experience, strict safety practices, and the ability to work in various weather while traveling for storm restoration as needed.

You will join a team that emphasizes safe operations around power lines, debris cleanup, and adherence to safety protocols, with opportunities for career growth and certifications.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging used in trimming operations.
• Must identify tree species.
• Familiar with electrical hazards and procedures near conductors.
• Able to work at significant heights under varied weather.
• Physically strong with good balance and depth perception.
• Able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Able to perform emergency rescue techniques.
• Willing to travel for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must wear PPE at all times.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe practices and help enforce rules.
• Prepare truck and materials daily.
• Perform professional tree maintenance as directed.
• Clear and trim trees and brush from around utility lines.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Maintain tools and equipment.
• Observe and improve climbing and tree maintenance skills.
• Assist crew members as needed.
• Protect others from hazards and keep work area safe.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Skills

Knots & rigging

Tree species identification

Electrical hazards awareness

Work at heights

Physical strength & agility

First aid & CPR

Emergency rescue techniques

PPE usage

Storm travel readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

XKIG is seeking an experienced Aerial Lift Trimmer to trim, prune, and remove trees using bucket trucks and related equipment. The role requires prior line clearance experience, strict safety practices, and the ability to work in various weather while traveling for storm restoration as needed.

You will join a team that emphasizes safe operations around power lines, debris cleanup, and adherence to safety protocols, with opportunities for career growth and certifications.