Experienced Utility Line Trimmer - CDL & Climbing

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Education scholarship

Employee discounts

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Springfield, OH is seeking an experienced line clearance trimmer with CDL holder and climbing experience preferred to join our utility line clearance team serving the Springfield, Ohio region.

The role involves climbing, pruning and removing trees for major electric utility providers, operating chainsaws and other equipment, and collaborating with crew and foreperson to safely complete tasks.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Responsibilities

• Climb trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

Love of outdoors

CDL holder preferred

Driver's license required

Line clearance experience

ISA TCIA certifications preferred

Arborist certifications preferred

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Springfield, OH is seeking an experienced line clearance trimmer with CDL holder and climbing experience preferred to join our utility line clearance team serving the Springfield, Ohio region.

The role involves climbing, pruning and removing trees for major electric utility providers, operating chainsaws and other equipment, and collaborating with crew and foreperson to safely complete tasks.