Tree Trimmer

• 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 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.

• 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 .
• 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.

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.

• Tree Trimming And Removal
• Knowledge Of ANSI Z133.1 And ANSI A300
• Electrical Safety Standards (OSHA 29 CFR )
• Ability To Operate And Service Tools And Equipment
• Tree And Bucket Rescue Training

• 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

• Communication Skills
• Coaching And Educating Others
• Ability To Work Independently And In A Group
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability To Follow Instructions

• Tree Care Operations
• Energized Conductors
• OSHA Regulations
• Hazardous Equipment
• Emergency Response
• Growth Regulators
• Safety Practices
• Property Maintenance
• Emergency Call-Out Work
• Natural Disaster Response

• Hand Saws
• Ground Saws
• Pruners
• Wood chipper
• Climbing Equipment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Traffic Control Devices
• Climbing Line
• Safety Belt
• Ladder