Line Clearance Trimmer

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced Line Clearance Trimmer, CDL holder and/or climbing experience preferred, joining our team servicing the Northwestern OH region from Findlay to Bowling Green and surrounding areas.

Job Duties

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Able to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Able to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: valid driver’s license
• PREFERRED: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement
• PREFERRED: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• PREFERRED: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• PREFERRED: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Additional Information

• Hourly rate $22.00 - 24.00 based on line clearance/industry experience and/or if a CDL holder.
• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
• ** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

What We Offer

• Full time hourly position.
• Compensation based on qualifications and experience.