Arborist - Top Trimmer

Lewis Tree Service; York (York County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

What you’ll do as a Top Trimmer/Climber at Lewis:

• Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment.
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service’s utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.
• Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.
• Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

What you’ll need:

• Two years or more experience working as a Top Trimmer, working around utility lines.
• Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors.
• Experience in tree climbing, knot tying and PPE.
• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as Local, state and federal licenses.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards.
• Pass a pre-employment Drug Test and Background Check, and job duty skills tests.
• Ability to obtain a Valid Driver’s License