Aerial Lift Trimmer - Warrenton, MO

Essential Functions

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations
• Aid in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at General Foreperson’s direction
• Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
• Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
• Clean up and dispose of all debris
• Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily operations
• Practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve professional skills
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
• 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

Aerial Lift Trimmers have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements

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

Education Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations
• Ability to identify tree species
• Familiarity with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when near electrical conductors and aerial techniques in emergencies
• Physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception, and ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• First-aid certification and CPR
• Emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and first aid techniques
• Ability to quickly remove oneself from a potential danger area
• Ability to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed