Tree Trimmer

Job Title:

Tree Trimmer

Pay Rate Type:
Non-Exempt

Creation Date/Revision Date: 04/24/2026

Job Summary:

The Tree Trimmer role is a qualified Line Clearance Tree Trimmer responsible for pruning and removing trees, limbs and shrubs away from power lines to reduce vegetation interference. This role utilizes various types of equipment, tools, and techniques to perform basic tree maintenance while addressing growth patterns and ensuring tree health and appearance.

• 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.
• 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 when necessary and in a timely manner.
• Feeds brush and debris into wood chipper.
• 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.
• Supports, actively participates, and acts in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership.
• Complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
• Drives and operates vehicles and equipment as assigned.

• 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 ANSI Z133.1 (current version) and ANSI A300.
• Ability to adhere and coach employees on company and industry safety requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and skilled in reading and understanding circuit maps.
• Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards including 29 CFR .
• 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 follow instructions accurately.
• Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service professionally.
• Must comprehend and write job instructions and safety information.
• Recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguards.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays, weekends, and storm work; subject to call-out work.
• Demonstrated training to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and…