Tree Trimmer

Wright Tree Service, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes safety and employee development. As a Trimmer/Climber Trainee, you will engage in essential tree trimming and removal tasks, ensuring the safety of both your team and the public. This role offers a chance to learn and grow within a supportive environment that values career advancement through training and certifications. You'll work outdoors, facing various weather conditions while operating essential equipment and adhering to strict safety protocols. If you're ready to embrace a physically demanding role and contribute to a culture of safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training and certifications

Leadership programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience in tree trimming or clearing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees using ladders and powered equipment.
• Safeguard public and coworkers from hazards on-site.
• Train new employees on safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Tree trimming

Safety practices

Communication

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Wood chipper

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Title: Trimmer/Climber Trainee
Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Reports to: Foreperson/General Foreperson

Essential Functions:

1. Trims and/or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or works from the ground using saws/pruners. Will cut branches or trunk sections and drops or lowers them to the ground with lines.
2. Uses appropriate tools, will fell trees or trimmed trunks and split them into manageable pieces.
3. Sprays stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
4. Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a wood chipper.
5. Repairs slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming.
6. Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives and operates trucks and equipment as assigned, and keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
7. Trains new employees on proper procedures.
8. Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area. Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways. Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc. to protect employees as well as the public. Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
9. Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment. Requests repair or replacement of equipment when necessary.
10. Works around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines.
11. Works around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, wood chipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment.
12. Is exposed to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
13. May work on rough terrain.
14. Helps enforce on-the-job safety practices for crew members.
15. Services truck, chipper and equipment, maintaining them in a neat, clean, and specified mechanical order. Reports the need for equipment and truck maintenance to crew lead.
16. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Has a minimum of 3 months experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews and/or has successfully completed applicable performance reviews.
2. Enforces on-the-job safety practices.
3. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
4. Needs to be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
5. Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow.
6. Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
7. Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner.
8. Possess the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
9. Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
10. Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
11. Has a valid driver’s license (dependent on Division and utility/contract requirements) and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
12. Maintains a herbicide applicator or operators certification and license as required by Wright Tree Service and local, state, and federal law.
13. Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards.
14. Must complete and pass a Climber Trainee Performance Review.

Wright Tree Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At Wright Tree Service, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of a successful business. We are committed to providing our employees with the training and resources needed to elevate their position into a successful career. We provide opportunities to earn certifications, leadership programs and customized trainings.

Safety is our #1 value – this culture is guided by our 'Brother’s and Sister’s Keeper' pledge to keep both ourselves and others safe.