Arborist - Top Trimmer

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Old Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned company dedicated to providing exceptional utility vegetation management services. As an Arborist - Top Trimmer, you will work in diverse outdoor environments, collaborating with a supportive team to ensure safety and efficiency. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in arboriculture while enjoying the great outdoors. With a commitment to employee success and advancement, this position not only provides competitive pay but also specialized training and certifications. If you are self-motivated, adaptable, and passionate about trees, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans including ESOP and 401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Specialized training and certifications

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a Trimmer/Climber.
• Knowledge of trees and arboriculture techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform line clearing and tree trimming for utility customers.
• Climb trees and operate bucket trucks for trimming near power lines.

Skills

Arboriculture techniques

Climbing skills

Teamwork

Safety practices

Education

Certifications in First Aid and CPR

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

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About Lewis Services

At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We’re the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America… and always growing.

We’re in the people success business; we just happen to trim trees.

Why you’ll love being part of the Lewis Family:

• We are empowered to share our talents, care deeply, conquer challenges, respect differences, trust each other, and prioritize safety.
• We offer competitive pay, specialized training and certifications, career advancement opportunities, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans including ESOP and 401(k), paid time off, and an employee assistance program.

Our Beliefs:

• Everyone on the team matters.
• We ask workers what they need to work safely, reliably, and productively.
• Workers are problem solvers, not the problem.
• Diversity builds strength.
• Being employee-owned provides financial stability.
• Your potential is unlimited when you join Lewis Tree.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• You enjoy the outdoors and varying environments.
• You are open to new ideas, humble, and willing to listen.
• You are self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• You are adaptable and flexible.
• You have strong people skills and are willing to speak up.

Responsibilities:

• Work in a team environment performing line clearing and tree trimming for utility customers.
• Climb trees and operate bucket trucks for trimming and removal near power lines.
• Maintain tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, and aerial lifts.
• Remove debris and apply chemicals to preserve vegetation.
• Enforce safety practices and safeguard others from hazards.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least two years of experience as a Trimmer/Climber working around utility lines.
• Knowledge of trees, arboriculture techniques, and climbing skills.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and operate equipment.
• Willingness to obtain necessary certifications and licenses, including First Aid, CPR, and driver’s license.
• Pass pre-employment drug and skills tests.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We respect and leverage differences to create an inclusive environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination on any protected characteristic.