Elite Tree Climber & Pruning Specialist

Pike Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Burford’s Construction is seeking a Trimmer A to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on pruning, removal, and safety-conscious tree care, including work near energized lines when required.

The candidate should demonstrate climbing and rigging skills with proper PPE and team collaboration. The successful applicant will train newer climbers, operate bucket trucks, chainsaws, and chippers, and participate in storm restoration as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience required.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred.
• Have a good work ethic.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong awareness of safety protocols and promoting a safety-conscious work environment.
• Demonstrating trustworthiness and responsibility in all job-related activities.
• Possessing a comprehensive understanding of proper pruning techniques, including natural and directional pruning which can be utilized during emergency restorations.
• Possess all the requirements for the lower climber classifications.
• Demonstrate expertise in climbing trees near energized lines and performing various maintenance tasks, except for the most difficult ones.
• Safely removing overhangs with suitable assistance and conducting routine pruning around open wire secondary and primary electrical conductors.
• Possessing comprehensive knowledge and expertise in climbing trees around energized conductors, proficiently removing trees, pruning limbs, and roping tree sections around these lines. If utilizing a bucket, you will effectively accomplish these tasks using the equipment.
• Assisting in the on-the-job training of less experienced climbers and bucket operators, sharing your knowledge and expertise to support their growth.
• Demonstrating an excellent working knowledge of the equipment used in tree care operations, including bucket trucks, chainsaws, bucket operation, and chippers.
• Exhibiting good judgment and making sound logical decisions in day-to-day work.
• Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish / English)

Able to lift 50 lbs

Willing to work overtime

Good work ethic

Travel flexibility

Excellent communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Burford’s Construction is seeking a Trimmer A to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on pruning, removal, and safety-conscious tree care, including work near energized lines when required.

The candidate should demonstrate climbing and rigging skills with proper PPE and team collaboration. The successful applicant will train newer climbers, operate bucket trucks, chainsaws, and chippers, and participate in storm restoration as needed.