Aerial Lift Trimmer - Jacksonville, AR

ISA Certified Arborist; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Aerial Lift Trimmer, where you will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our environment. This position involves trimming, pruning, and removing trees safely and efficiently using specialized equipment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in tree maintenance, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work at heights under various weather conditions. You'll be part of a supportive crew, ensuring the public's safety while executing essential tree care tasks. If you are passionate about nature and skilled in aerial operations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience operating aerial lift trimmers or similar equipment.
• Must obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Trim, prune, and remove trees using a bucket truck.
• Assist in preparing the truck and materials for daily operations.

Skills

Aerial Lift Operation

Tree Identification

First Aid and CPR

Climbing Skills

Rigging Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Bucket Truck

Pruning Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

The Aerial Lift Trimmer is responsible for trimming, pruning, and removing trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment or tools. 2-3 years previous professional experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or jarraff is required. Driver's license is required; CDL is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
2. Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at General Foreperson’s direction
3. Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
4. Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
5. Clean up and dispose of all debris
6. Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily operations
7. Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills
8. Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
9. Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
10. Perform duties for storm work as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous aerial lift experience preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations.
2. Must be able to identify tree species.
3. Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial techniques in the event of an emergency aloft.
4. Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions.
5. Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
6. Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
7. Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques.
8. Must be able to quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area.
9. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
10. Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.