Line Clearance Tree Trimmers / Climbers

Fitzwater Outdoor Maintenance; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

PTO & Perks

Job summary

Fitzwater Outdoor Maintenance in Dayton, OH is seeking Line Clearance Tree Trimmers / Climbers to trim vegetation around overhead electric lines and maintain rights of way. You will operate chainsaws, chippers, and rigging gear, often working up to 16-hour days during storm restoration, while following OSHA/ANSI safety rules.

The role is full-time with competitive pay, sign-on and referral bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Commuting to Dayton, OH is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to trim trees around energized conductors.
• Climb using rope and saddle equipment.
• Identify electrical systems and maintain safety.
• Follow safety rules and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Trims and clears lines of vegetation as directed by crew leader.
• Operates a chipper, chain saws, and other equipment.
• Works near energized lines with required clearance.
• May act as flagger to direct traffic.
• Maintains and sharpens chainsaws and tools.
• May apply herbicide to vegetation.
• Trims or removes hazardous trees near lines.
• Cleans debris and assists team members.

Skills

Tree trimming near lines

Rope and saddle climbing

Identify electrical systems

Knot tying for rigging

Operate chainsaws aloft

OSHA/ANSI safety compliance

Effective communication

Storm restoration endurance

Job description

Position:Line Clearance Tree Trimmers / Climbers

Location: Dayton, OH

Job Id:138

# of Openings:1

Line Clearance Tree Trimmers / Climbers

Dayton, OH

Under the direct supervision of the crew leader, the climber trimmer works in trimming and cleaning vegetation that grows within specified distances from overhead electric lines and right of ways set by utility companies. This person may also work in removing trees in the public right of way. The climber trimmer will perform other duties as needed to efficiently restore or maintain electrical power especially in efforts of storm restoration.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

LINE TRIMMING AND CLEARING

• Trims and clears lines of vegetation as directed by crew leader.
• Can operate a chipper, chain saws, other equipment, and tools.
• Can work in close proximity to energized tines but no closer than Minimum Approach Distance with regard to amount of voltage
• May perform as flagger to direct movement of traffic
• Cleans, sharpens, and maintains chainsaws and hand tools.
• May be able to apply herbicide to vegetation.
• Trims or remove hazardous trees from around electric lines
• Cuts underbrush and debris.

MISCELLANEOUS

Carries tools and equipment to and from storage and work areas.

• Assist other team members as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to trim trees around energized conductors.
• Ability to climb using rope and saddle.
• Ability to Identify electrical systems.
• Ability to tie all knots used in tree trimming and knowledge of when to use them.
• Ability to safely operate chain saws while aloft in trees and learn rigging techniques.
• Able to comply with all OSHA laws, ANSI Z-133 Standards and all company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Ability to follow orders in sequence and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work long hours (up to 16-hour days on storm restoration work) under varied weather conditions with the equipment and personnel on hand

* Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check *

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.00 - $28.00+ per hour

Join our team and enjoy immediate rewards:

• $500 Sign-on Bonus: New hires receive a $500 bonus after 90 days of employment. To ensure you get the most out of your reward, the company pays the taxes on your behalf.
• $500 Referral Program: Help us grow! Earn a tax-covered $500 bonus for every successful referral after their first 90 days.
• Instant Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits start on your very first day.
• 401(k) Match: We invest in your future by matching your retirement contributions.
• PTO & Perks: Generous paid time off and flexible voluntary insurance plans.

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift, Monday thru Friday. Hours may vary and OT is likely.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dayton, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)