Travelling Climber

Position Description

This position requires knowledge and experience of safely being able to operate hand tools, clearing debris, and managing tasks associated with our service capabilities.

Responsibilities

These tasks include, but are not limited to

· Pruning trees

· Rigging

· Cabling and bracing

· Removal of hazardous trees

· Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)

· Implementing work zone safety procedures

· Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties

Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Position Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• Climb trees for 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
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.)
• 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 to help enforce on-the-job safety practices
• One or more years experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility wires, knot tying, and PPE
• Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors
• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more
• Ability to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as Local, state and federal licenses
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards

Personal Attributes

Interpersonal Communication-- Navigate and relate with all levels of the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Integrity and Trust --Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Team Building —capable of improving performance and self-motivated to excellence; develops team building and team motivating activities.

Job Type: Full-time