Line Clearance Arborist: Tree Care Specialist

Wright Tree Service; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to prune and remove trees near energized power lines, ensuring vegetation clearance and tree health. The role involves climbing using a powered lift, rigging, and operating ground tools, with strict adherence to safety standards.

You will participate in routine maintenance, document herbicide use, and support safety training while working in variable conditions and potential overtime during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience on tree trimming or clearing crews.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Valid First-Aid and CPR or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Load vehicles and equipment with limbs/logs not suited for wood chipping.
• Trim, remove and/or fell trees using climbing gear and hand tools.
• Work aloft to cut branches and lower them safely to ground.
• Operate tools on ground to fell trees or split into pieces.
• Adhere to safety policies and OSHA regulations; supervise as qualified takes place.
• Maintain records of herbicide use and growth regulators.

Skills

Tree knowledge

Safety compliance

Electrical awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Climbing equipment

Power trimmer lift truck

Hand/ground saws

Pruners

Job description

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to prune and remove trees near energized power lines, ensuring vegetation clearance and tree health. The role involves climbing using a powered lift, rigging, and operating ground tools, with strict adherence to safety standards.

You will participate in routine maintenance, document herbicide use, and support safety training while working in variable conditions and potential overtime during emergencies.