Aerial Lift Trimmer / Climber - Aiken, SC

Essential Functions

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lifts and feeds brush into brush chipper
• Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Climbers have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
• Previous climbing experience is preferred

Education Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of all knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations
• Ability to climb and descend trees using rope and safety saddle
• Ability to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques
• Familiarity with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial rescue techniques in the event of an emergency aloft
• Physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception, and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Ability to quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Ability to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Work Authorization Requirements

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and comply with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K. Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.