Tree Trimmer

Jobtailor

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Wright Tree Service is seeking skilled ground and climbing tree trimmers to perform pruning, removal, and maintenance near energized conductors. You will operate specialized equipment, follow ANSI and OSHA standards, and coordinate with crews to ensure safe, efficient work in the field.

The role requires strong communication, ability to read circuit maps, and capability to work long hours including emergencies. Training and safety-conscious mindset are essential.

Qualifications

Knowledge of tree care techniques near energized conductors and safety standards.
Familiarity with ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300 arboricultural standards.
Ability to coach others on safety requirements and procedures.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read circuit maps.
Understanding OSHA standards for electric power generation and distribution (29 CFR 1910.269).
Ability to use insulated tools near live parts and identify live components.
Strong communication and ability to work under supervision or independently.

Responsibilities

Loads vehicles and equipment with limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping.
Trims, removes and/or fells trees using climbing equipment and ground tools.
Works aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and lowers them safely with rigging lines.
Uses ground tools to fell trees and split into manageable pieces.
Maintains equipment, conducts vehicle inspections, and performs routine maintenance.
Escalates issues to foreperson and cooperates with property owners and emergency personnel.
Performs tree and bucket rescue training and operates all required tools safely.

Skills

Tree Identification

Arboricultural Techniques

Reading Circuit Maps

Using Insulated Tools

Applying Herbicides

Conducting Vehicle Inspections

Performing Routine Maintenance

Felling Trees

Rigging Techniques

Using Powered Trimmer Lift Truck

Tools

Hand Saws

Ground Saws

Pruners

Woodchipper

Climbing Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Traffic Control Devices

Climbing Line

Safety Belt

Ladder

Job description

Loads vehicles and equipment with manageable size limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping.
Trims, removes and/or fells trees using climbing equipment, such as a powered trimmer lift truck, safety belt, climbing line, and ladder.
Also works on the ground using hand saws, ground saws, pruners or other applicable tools.
Works aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and drop or lower them to the ground with rigging lines.
Uses appropriate tools on the ground to fell trees or spars and split them into manageable pieces.
Works around hazardous equipment and may work in close proximity to energized power lines while under the direct supervision of a qualified line clearance tree trimmer.
Once the prerequisites for qualification have been met, may provide direct supervision of the activities of non-qualified employees working in close proximity to energized conductors.
Applies herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps.
Maintains appropriate application records.
Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, procedures, on-the-job safety practices, approved work methods and OSHA regulations.
Repairs minor damage to property that occurs on the job site.
Escalates situations to General Foreperson’s when necessary and in a timely manner.
Feeds brush and debris into woodchipper.
Sets up warning signs, barriers, flags, relays hand-signals, directs traffic and other applicable traffic control devices to protect employees and members of the public from hazards in and around the work area.
Cooperates with property owner, customer, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways.
Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions.
Conducts routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools.
Reports specialized vehicle maintenance or equipment needs to General Foreperson.
During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty and travel outside of regular work location for the duration of the disaster.

Requirements

Must have basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and arboricultural techniques specific to trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, in close proximity to energized conductors.
Knowledge and understanding of the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-current version) and American National Standards for Proper Pruning (ANSI A300).
Ability to adhere and coach employees on company and industry safety requirements.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and skilled in reading and understanding of circuit maps.
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269.
Ability to determine nominal voltage, proper use of insulated tools near energized parts and distinguish exposed live parts from other parts of electric equipment.
Ability to learn quickly and to follow instructions accurately.
Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner.
Must be able to comprehend and/or read and write both written and verbal job instructions and safety information.
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguard against them.
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
Demonstrate knowledge and trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Ability to work both independently and in a group.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in tree trimming, removal, and maintenance while adhering to safety standards and regulations. Proficient in operating specialized equipment and tools, with a strong understanding of electrical safety and arboricultural techniques.

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