Arborist Trainee

We are seeking a highly motivated and physically fit individual to join our team as a Trimmer Trainee. As a key member of our crew, you will be responsible for performing line clearing and tree trimming duties for our customers, including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removal of trees, and removing broken limbs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in an innovative climbing skills training program
• Work in a team environment as part of a tight-knit crew
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties, including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removal of trees, and removing broken limbs
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals
• 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 to preserve desirable vegetation
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area and help enforce on-the-job safety practices

Requirements:

• At least six months of experience as a crew member as a ground person or equivalent, working around wires
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting a minimum of 50 lbs to shoulder height or more
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment, such as chain saws and circular saws, 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 licenses
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests
• Ability to obtain a valid Driver's License

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. We respect the differences among us and leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated.