Elevated Arborist: Utility Tree Trimmer

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Stock purchase options

Career development

Scholarship program

Job summary

Wolf Tree, Inc. seeks a dynamic utility tree trimmer to join our outdoor team. You will prune and remove trees for major electric utility providers, climbing and working in varied environments to deliver safe, high-quality service.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, willingness to complete Davey Tree orientation and safety courses, and relevant line clearance experience or licenses. CDL endorsements are preferred; opportunities for certification exist.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to complete Davey Tree orientation program on hire.
• Willingness to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses on hire.
• CDL Class A or B with Airbrake endorsement preferred.
• Line clearance experience or related tree work preferred.
• Pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law preferred.
• ISA Arborist/Tree Worker/TCIA Tree Care Safety Professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Perform pruning and removal work safely for major electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged trees; trim or remove limbs as needed.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other structures.
• Apply tree ID knowledge and pruning guidelines on-site.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment: chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, etc.
• Work as part of an active crew with ground crew and foreperson.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL Class A/B with Airbrake Endorse.

Line clearance experience

ISA Arborist Certification

TCIA Tree Care Safety Certification

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Wolf Tree, Inc. seeks a dynamic utility tree trimmer to join our outdoor team. You will prune and remove trees for major electric utility providers, climbing and working in varied environments to deliver safe, high-quality service.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, willingness to complete Davey Tree orientation and safety courses, and relevant line clearance experience or licenses. CDL endorsements are preferred; opportunities for certification exist.