Tree Trimmer

Job Title

Tree Trimmer

Qualified Line Clearance Tree Trimmer responsible for pruning and removing trees, limbs, and shrubs away from power lines to reduce vegetation interference. Uses various equipment, tools and techniques to perform basic tree maintenance while addressing growth patterns, 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 under direct supervision of a qualified line clearance tree trimmer.
• May provide direct supervision of the activities of non‑qualified employees working in close proximity to energized conductors once qualification prerequisites are met.
• Applies herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps; maintains application records.
• Repairs minor damage to property that occurs on the job site.
• Escalates situations to General Foreperson 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 the company culture of safety and employee ownership.
• Complies with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations; maintains knowledge and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

• Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:
  Must have basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and arboricultural techniques specific to trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing trees 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 to follow instructions accurately.
• Can communicate with others and represent the company in a professional manner.
• Can read, write and verbally comprehend job instructions and safety information.
• Can recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguard against them.
• Wears necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Can work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call‑out work.
• Demonstrated knowledge and trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Can operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Can work both independently and in a group.

• Minimum 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.

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