Trimmer A (DUKE)

Description

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

Requirements

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

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance