Trimmer Trainee

Lewis Tree Service; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading tree service company as a Trimmer Trainee, where you will engage in outdoor work, participate in specialized training, and contribute to a team-focused environment. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work with a diverse team committed to safety and excellence.

Benefits

Affordable health insurance plans

Retirement plans including 401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• At least six months experience as a ground crew member or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical labor, lifting 50 lbs or more.
• Willing to obtain specialized training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in climbing skills training program.
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Self-motivation

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:
  • Competitive pay
  • Specialized paid training & certifications
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
  • Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
• We offer for Union positions:
  • Competitive pay
  • Specialized paid training & certifications
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • [Union] Benefits
  • Employee assistance program
• That everyone on the team matters
• That we don’t constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and productively.
• That workers aren’t the problem; workers are the problem solvers.
• That through diversity we build strength
• That being an employee-owned company (ESOP), it provides future financial stability for our employees
• That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited

Why you'll love this Job:

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

What you’ll do as a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis:

• Participate in an innovative climbing skills training program
• Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for utility customers, including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removing trees, and removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above power lines
• Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
• Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris
• Mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area, and help enforce safety practices

What you’ll need:

• At least six months experience as a ground crew member or equivalent working around utility wires
• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs to shoulder height or more
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chainsaws, circular saws, etc.) and endure extreme climate variances
• Willing to obtain specialized training and certifications, such as tree species identification and necessary licenses
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and skills assessments
• Valid Driver’s License

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to our success. We respect differences and leverage them to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel welcome and valued. We seek the best solutions by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce, valuing all perspectives.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Our policies comply with applicable laws.

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