Aerial Lift Trimmer – Tree Care & Storm Response

ISA Certified Arborist; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

Mason City, IA position for an Aerial Lift Trimmer. You will trim and remove trees with a bucket truck, following safety procedures and assisting the crew in daily operations.

Requirements include prior aerial lift experience, valid driver's license, and ability to pass background checks. Travel to storm sites may be required; health insurance and 401K benefits offered. This is a full-time, on-site role in Mason City, Iowa.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of knots, ropes and rigging used in tree trimming and removal.
• Ability to identify tree species and assess electrical hazard proximity.
• Capable of climbing and working at heights in varied weather conditions.
• Must pass background check and drug screen; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Trim, prune and remove trees using bucket truck or other equipment.
• Follow safe practices and enforce safety rules on site.
• Prepare truck and materials each day under supervision of General Foreperson.
• Perform professional tree maintenance as directed by Foreperson.
• Clear debris and dispose of material; maintain tools and equipment.
• Assist crew as needed and participate in storm restoration work.
• Maintain awareness of hazards around electrical lines and PPE usage.

Skills

Knots & rigging

Tree species identification

Climbing at heights

First aid & CPR

Emergency rescue techniques

PPE usage

Storm restoration travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Mason City, IA position for an Aerial Lift Trimmer. You will trim and remove trees with a bucket truck, following safety procedures and assisting the crew in daily operations.

Requirements include prior aerial lift experience, valid driver's license, and ability to pass background checks. Travel to storm sites may be required; health insurance and 401K benefits offered. This is a full-time, on-site role in Mason City, Iowa.