Top Trimmer

Lewis Tree Service, Inc.; Village of Brewster (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Top Trimmer/Climber to join their team. In this role, you'll work outdoors, tackling various tree trimming and clearing tasks while ensuring safety and efficiency. Your expertise in arboriculture and physical stamina will be crucial as you operate essential equipment and collaborate with a tight-knit crew. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, providing you with specialized training and career advancement opportunities. Join a company where your contributions truly matter and help make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Specialized Paid Training

Affordable Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Trimmer/Climber around utility lines.
• Knowledge of tree identification and arboriculture techniques.
• Ability to operate equipment and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming and clearing duties for utility customers.
• Climb trees and operate equipment for trimming and removals.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Knot Tying

Physical Labor

PPE Knowledge

Arboriculture Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Chainsaw

Aerial Lift

Hand Tools

Job description

Why you'll love being part of the Lewis Family:

* We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things.

* We offer for Non-Union positions:

1. Competitive pay
2. Specialized paid training & certifications
3. Career advancement opportunities
4. Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Accounts
5. Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
6. Paid time off
7. Employee assistance program

We Believe...

1. That everyone on the team matters
2. That we don't constrain workers to create safety, but ask workers what they need to work safely, reliably, and productively.
3. That workers aren't the problem; workers are the problem solvers.
4. That through diversity we build strength
5. That being an employee-owned company (ESOP) provides future financial stability for our employees
6. That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited

Why you'll love this Job:

1. You love the outdoors: enjoy varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous
2. You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble
3. You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes"
4. You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
5. You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up

What you'll do as a Top Trimmer/Climber at Lewis:

1. Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment
2. Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.
3. Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines.
4. Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
5. Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.
6. Mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation
7. Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

What you'll need:

1. Two years or more experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines.
2. Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits, and correct arboriculture techniques for trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors.
3. Experience in tree climbing, knot tying, and PPE
4. Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
5. Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chainsaw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
6. Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as Local, state, and federal licenses
7. Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards
8. Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests
9. Ability to obtain a valid Driver's License

Our DEI Promise:

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences among us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off, and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Our practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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