Aerial Lift Trimmer — Storm-Ready Tree Specialist

ISA Certified Arborist; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG in Kentucky is seeking an Aerial Lift Trimmer to trim, prune, and remove trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment or tools. This role requires 2–3 years of professional experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or Jarraff and a valid driver's license.

The position emphasizes safety, equipment maintenance, and readiness for storm restoration work, with opportunities to contribute to efficient vegetation management for utilities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or Jarraff.
• Driver's license is required.
• High School diploma or education equivalence preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Willingness to travel for storm restoration work.

Responsibilities

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at General Foreperson’s direction
• Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
• Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
• Clean up and dispose of all debris
• Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily operations
• Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills
• Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
• 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
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Skills

Aerial lift operation

Tree trimming knowledge

Rigging & knot skills

Driver's license

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Knots and rigging devices

Bucket truck operation

Job description

XKIG in Kentucky is seeking an Aerial Lift Trimmer to trim, prune, and remove trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment or tools. This role requires 2–3 years of professional experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or Jarraff and a valid driver's license.

The position emphasizes safety, equipment maintenance, and readiness for storm restoration work, with opportunities to contribute to efficient vegetation management for utilities.