Tree Trimmer Union

Tree Trimmer Union

Employer: Utilities Service, LLC. Description Trimmer/Climber This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excessbranches, providing clearance for utility powerlines. Job Type :Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Benefits: - Available Benefit options vary based on tenure, position, and work location. Pay : Competitive, Hourly Essential Functions & Responsibilities: - Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections. - Operate and service all required tools/equipment. - Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces. - Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth. - Loads/unloads trucks. - Feeds brush & debris into woodchipper. - Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways. - Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment. - Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned. - Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly. - 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, markers, etc. to protect employees and public. - Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue. - Assists training new employees. - Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment. - Requests repair or replacement, when necessary. - Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations. - Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors. Minimum Qualifications: - Must be 18 years of age or older. - No fear of heights. - Excellent hand-to-eye coordination. - Able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material. - Able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time. - Must be willing to