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