Pole Technician — Outdoor, Hands-On Field Work

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. during Signal Hill, CA is seeking a pole technician to inspect utility poles, perform work orders, and maintain safety on job sites outdoors. You will use hammers, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and other equipment while following safety protocols and company procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work with daily variety and opportunities to advance within a large employee-owned company, with comprehensive training and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP) and OSHA training.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: CDL-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement.
• Preferred: pole test and treat experience or related work.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses and certificates as required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional.

Responsibilities

• Properly inspect utility poles by visually looking for holes and damage to identify work.
• Execute work orders to tend poles by drilling and filling holes with the proper material.
• Understand and practice all safety measures to ensure job site safety.
• Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including hammers, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Every day there is something new to do!

Skills

Outdoors

EHA/OSHA training

First Aid CPR

Driver's license

CDL A or B

Pole test & treat

Pesticide licenses

ISA arborist/certs

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. during Signal Hill, CA is seeking a pole technician to inspect utility poles, perform work orders, and maintain safety on job sites outdoors. You will use hammers, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and other equipment while following safety protocols and company procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work with daily variety and opportunities to advance within a large employee-owned company, with comprehensive training and safety programs.