Tree Trimmer: Grow into a Line Clearance Pro

Wright-Canada-Holding; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits and pay offered

Growth opportunities

On the job training

Potential overtime

Weekly pay

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is hiring a Tree Trimmer in Minnesota to prune and remove trees, limbs and shrubs near power lines to minimize vegetation interference. You will use climbing equipment, a powered trimmer lift, and hand tools to perform essential maintenance and safety-compliant work.

The role requires working around energized lines, with on-the-job training and potential overtime. Company benefits include union benefits, growth opportunities, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience trimming or clearing crews is preferred.
• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Must have First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Load vehicles and equipment with limbs/logs.
• Trim, remove, or fell trees using climbing equipment and hand tools.
• Work aloft with rigging lines to lower branches safely.
• Operate ground tools for pruning and cutting.
• Maintain safe work area near energized power lines.

Skills

Climbing techniques

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Tools

Powered trimmer lift

Job description

Wright Tree Service is hiring a Tree Trimmer in Minnesota to prune and remove trees, limbs and shrubs near power lines to minimize vegetation interference. You will use climbing equipment, a powered trimmer lift, and hand tools to perform essential maintenance and safety-compliant work.

The role requires working around energized lines, with on-the-job training and potential overtime. Company benefits include union benefits, growth opportunities, and weekly pay.