Tree Climber & Pruner - Storm & Utility Vegetation Pro

ISA Certified Arborist; Sweetwater (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG in Sweetwater, TN is seeking a Climber to climb, prune, and remove trees in our vegetation management team. This hands-on role requires strict safety adherence and the ability to work at height using rope, pruning tools, and PPE.

Responsibilities include following Foreperson directives, loading logs, performing storm-restoration duties, inspecting equipment, and maintaining a clear work area. Travel may be required; a HS diploma and CPR/First Aid are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices.
• Must be able to climb and descend trees using rope and safety saddle.
• Must administer emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques.
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedure when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial rescue techniques.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lifts and feeds brush into brush chipper
• Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws
• Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Skills

Climbing

Rigging

First Aid/CPR

Electrical hazard awareness

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Job description

XKIG in Sweetwater, TN is seeking a Climber to climb, prune, and remove trees in our vegetation management team. This hands-on role requires strict safety adherence and the ability to work at height using rope, pruning tools, and PPE.

Responsibilities include following Foreperson directives, loading logs, performing storm-restoration duties, inspecting equipment, and maintaining a clear work area. Travel may be required; a HS diploma and CPR/First Aid are preferred.