Outdoor Utility Line Trimmer: Climb, Prune & Advance

Davey Tree Expert Co; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Stock purchase options

Referral bonus program

Locations nationwide

Career development program

Scholarship program for children

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Richmond, VA is hiring a utility line clearance Trimmer. The office is outdoors and you will climb and prune trees for electric utility providers, using various climbing systems and operating chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and line clearance experience. CDL-A/B with airbrake is preferred. Training and safety programs are provided by Davey as part of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: valid driver’s license
• REQUIRED: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• PREFERRED: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• PREFERRED: pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Prune treetops and remove damaged trees for major electric utility providers
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs and other structures
• Identify tree species and follow industry pruning guidelines
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts)
• Work as part of a crew with ground crew and foreperson
• Grow your skill and responsibility with experience

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL Class A/B with Airbrake Endorse.

Safety awareness

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Richmond, VA is hiring a utility line clearance Trimmer. The office is outdoors and you will climb and prune trees for electric utility providers, using various climbing systems and operating chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and line clearance experience. CDL-A/B with airbrake is preferred. Training and safety programs are provided by Davey as part of ongoing professional development.