Arboriculture Technician

About the Job

The Arboriculture Technician - Tree Care Professional at Lewis Tree Service Inc. will be responsible for performing line clearing and tree trimming duties for our utility customers. This includes pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removal of trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc..

You will have the opportunity to climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above the power lines, prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts, remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris, mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation, and safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

Salary: The estimated salary for this position is $55,000 - $75,000 per year. However, compensation can vary based on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for our utility customers.
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above the power lines.
• Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment.
• Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.
• Mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area.

Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs., to shoulder height or more.
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as: Tree species identification and local, state and federal license.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards.
• Pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, and job duty skills tests.
• Ability to obtain a Driver's License.

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