Trimmer A

Pike Corporation

The Role

Overview

Experienced tree climber/trimmer performing pruning near power lines and storm restoration.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety protocol
  • climber training
  • ppe inspection
  • equipment maintenance
  • overhang removal
  • wire pruning

Tasks

-Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong awareness of safety protocols and promoting a safety-conscious work environment. -Assisting in the on-the-job training of less experienced climbers and bucket operators, sharing your knowledge and expertise to support their growth. -Properly inspect Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). -Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy. -Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order. -Safely removing overhangs with suitable assistance and conducting routine pruning around open wire secondary and primary electrical conductors.

Requirements

  • tree climbing
  • energized lines
  • bucket truck
  • commercial license
  • 3+ years
  • high school

What You Bring

-Understand when to wear personal protective equipment. -Possessing a comprehensive understanding of proper pruning techniques, including natural and directional pruning which can be utilized during emergency restorations. -Able to read and communicate effectively in English. -Demonstrating trustworthiness and responsibility in all job-related activities. -Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools. -Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. -Excellent communication skills -Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. -Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. -Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. -Possessing comprehensive knowledge and expertise in climbing trees around energized conductors, proficiently removing trees, pruning limbs, and roping tree sections around these lines. If utilizing a bucket, you will effectively accomplish these tasks using the equipment. -Demonstrate expertise in climbing trees near energized lines and performing various maintenance tasks, except for the most difficult ones. -Valid driver’s license. -A Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred. -Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus. -Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need. -Capable of receiving and following directions. -Demonstrating an excellent working knowledge of the equipment used in tree care operations, including bucket trucks, chainsaws, bucket operation, and chippers. -3+ years relevant experience required. -Have a good work ethic. -Possess all the requirements for the lower climber classifications. -Willing to work over-time when requested. -High school diploma or equivalent. -Exhibiting good judgment and making sound logical decisions in day-to-day work. -Able to read/write and communicate effectively. -Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. -Understand proper use of company radio. -Able to perform rigorous physical labor.

The Company

About Pike Corporation

-Delivering complex solutions for utility infrastructure, energy projects, and industrial sectors. -Commitment to safety and quality in power grids, substations, and renewable energy projects. -Specializing in transmission and distribution lines, power plant construction, and renewable energy systems like solar and wind. -Known for tackling large-scale infrastructure projects with reliability in demanding conditions. -Services across diverse industries including energy, utilities, and commercial development. -Involved in high-profile projects shaping modern infrastructure across the U.S.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Transmission

Distribution

Substation

Renewable

Engineering

Construction

Maintenance

Storm Restoration

Gas Distribution

Utility

Electric Cooperative

Municipality

Communications Infrastructure