Line-Clearance Arborist: Tree Trimmer & Safety Pro

Wright-Canada-Holding; Logan (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to prune, remove, and manage vegetation near electric lines. You will use climbing systems, saws, and a wood chipper while following established safety rules and ANSI standards.

The role requires attention to safety, proper use of PPE, and the ability to work long hours, overtime during emergencies, and in various weather conditions across job sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience on tree trimming/clearing crews or completed skills assessments.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
• Valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain/maintain CDL and DOT medical card as required.

Responsibilities

• Loads vehicles and equipment with limbs and logs.
• Trims, removes and/or fells trees using climbing gear, hand tools and ground equipment.
• Works aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and lowers them safely.
• Uses ground tools to fell trees and split into pieces.
• Operates and maintains tools and vehicles, reports maintenance needs.

Skills

Tree knowledge

ANSI Z133.1

CPR certification

Reading circuit maps

PPE usage

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ladders

Pruners

Chainsaws

Climbing equipment

Woodchipper

Job description

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to prune, remove, and manage vegetation near electric lines. You will use climbing systems, saws, and a wood chipper while following established safety rules and ANSI standards.

The role requires attention to safety, proper use of PPE, and the ability to work long hours, overtime during emergencies, and in various weather conditions across job sites.