Tree Trimmer Job Stillwater area,Minnesota USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Prune, remove, and fell trees, limbs, and shrubs away from power lines to reduce vegetation interference
Load vehicles and equipment with manageable-size limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping
Use climbing equipment, powered trimmer lift trucks, safety belts, climbing lines, ladders, hand saws, ground saws, and pruners
Work aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and lower them using rigging lines
Fell trees or spars and split them into manageable pieces
Work near hazardous equipment and energized power lines under qualified supervision; supervise non-qualified employees once qualified
Apply herbicides and growth regulators to brush and stumps and maintain application records
Educate less experienced employees on company policies, procedures, safety practices, approved work methods, and OSHA regulations
Repair minor job-site property damage and elevate issues to the General Foreperson
Feed brush and debris into a wood chipper
Set up warning signs, barriers, flags, hand signals, traffic control devices, and direct traffic
Cooperate with property owners, customers, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways
Inspect vehicles and equipment and perform routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment, and tools
Report specialized vehicle maintenance or equipment needs to the General Foreperson
Remain on duty and travel outside the regular work location during emergencies or natural disasters
Drive and operate assigned vehicles and equipment
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and comply with applicable laws and company policies

Requirements

Minimum of 3 months of experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews, or successful completion of applicable skills assessments
High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits, and arboricultural techniques for trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing trees near energized conductors
Knowledge of ANSI Z133.1-current version and ANSI A300
Ability to adhere to and coach employees on company and industry safety requirements
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR
Ability to determine nominal voltage, properly use insulated tools near energized parts, and distinguish exposed live parts from other electrical equipment parts
Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately
Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service professionally
Must be able to comprehend and/or read and write written and verbal job instructions and safety information
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguards
Must be able to wear required PPE
Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays, weekends, and storm work, and be subject to call-out work
Knowledge of and training in tree and bucket rescue
Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment
Ability to work independently and in a group
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s or commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card, dependent upon division and utility/contract requirements
Ability to drive a vehicle with an attached chipper or other trailing unit
Maintain herbicide application certification or equivalent as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable law
English reading, writing, and speaking required
Extensive travel required, greater than 50%
Ability to meet physical requirements, including climbing, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, standing, walking, and repetitive motions
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