Top Trimmer
Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned · Benton Harbor, MI · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The posting includes "Why You’ll Love It Here" (maybe "About the role" or "Why You’ll Love It Here"? The instruction says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content to those headings. The posting includes: "Why You’ll Love It Here" (maybe "About the role" or "Benefits"? Actually "Why You’ll Love It Here" is like company culture/benefits. Could be "Benefits". But they also have a "What We Offer" section later with benefits. So we can have "Why You’ll Love It Here" as maybe "About the role"? But "About the role" is generic description of the job. The posting includes a paragraph at top: "Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future..." That's about company. Could be "About the role". Then "Why You’ll Love It Here" could be "Benefits"? But they also have "What We Offer" which lists benefits. So maybe "Why You’ll Love It Here" is more about culture, could be "About the role" or "Skills"? Better to treat "Why You’ll Love It Here" as a section heading "About the role"? Actually "About the role" would describe the job itself, not why you'll love it. The posting includes "Responsibilities", "Qualifications", "Physical Demands", "Environmental Conditions", "Tools & Equipment", "What We Offer". Also "People Promise" and EEO boilerplate (to remove). Also Spanish duplicate (should be removed as duplicate). We need to preserve all substantive information, but remove boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions, cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. Also remove Spanish posting duplicate (since it's duplicate content). So we keep English content only.
We need to decide which headings to include: About the role (maybe the introductory paragraph), Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications and Requirements?), Benefits (What We Offer), maybe Skills? The posting includes "Qualifications" and also "Physical Demands", "Environmental Conditions", "Tools & Equipment". Those could be under "Requirements" or "Qualifications". The instruction says use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can choose a few substantive sections. We have Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications + Physical Demands + Environmental Conditions + Tools & Equipment as Requirements?), Benefits (What We Offer). Also maybe "About the role" from intro.
We must not create Pay/Schedule/Benefits unless posting actually states them. Benefits are stated: "What We Offer Non-Union Benefits Competitive pay Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Paid training and industry certifications Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) + Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)". So we can have Benefits heading.
Pay: they mention "Competitive pay" but not specific numbers. The instruction says never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. "Competitive pay" is vague but still states pay exists. Is that considered filler? It's not a specific number but it's stating that pay is competitive. Might be considered placeholder? The instruction says avoid filler like "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD". "Competitive pay" is somewhat vague but still a statement. I'd lean to include Pay section only if they give specifics like salary range. Since they only say "Competitive pay", maybe better to omit Pay section and include that info under Benefits (since they listed Competitive pay as part of What We Offer). So Benefits heading can include that.
Schedule: not mentioned. So omit.
Skills: maybe not separate; we can include under Qualifications.
Thus sections: About the role (intro), Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications + Physical Demands + Environmental Conditions + Tools & Equipment), Benefits.
We need to use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content to those headings. The posting includes: "Why You’ll Love It Here" (maybe "About the role" or "Benefits"? Actually "Why You’ll Love It Here" is like company culture/benefits. Could be "Benefits". But they also have a "What We Offer" section later with benefits. So we can have "Why You’ll Love It Here" as maybe "About the role"? But "About the role" is generic description of the job. The posting includes a paragraph at top: "Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future..." That's about company. Could be "About the role". Then "Why You’ll Love It Here" could be "Benefits"? But they also have "What We Offer" which lists benefits. So maybe "Why You’ll Love It Here" is more about culture, could be "About the role" or "Skills"? Better to treat "Why You’ll Love It Here" as a section heading "About the role"? Actually "About the role" would describe the job itself, not why you'll love it. The posting includes "Responsibilities", "Qualifications", "Physical Demands", "Environmental Conditions", "Tools & Equipment", "What We Offer". Also "People Promise" and EEO boilerplate (to remove). Also Spanish duplicate (should be removed as duplicate). We need to preserve all substantive information, but remove boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions, cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. Also remove Spanish posting duplicate (since it's duplicate content). So we keep English content only.
We need to decide which headings to include: About the role (maybe the introductory paragraph), Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications and Requirements?), Benefits (What We Offer), maybe Skills? The posting includes "Qualifications" and also "Physical Demands", "Environmental Conditions", "Tools & Equipment". Those could be under "Requirements" or "Qualifications". The instruction says use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can choose a few substantive sections. We have Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications + Physical Demands + Environmental Conditions + Tools & Equipment as Requirements?), Benefits (What We Offer). Also maybe "About the role" from intro.
We must not create Pay/Schedule/Benefits unless posting actually states them. Benefits are stated: "What We Offer Non-Union Benefits Competitive pay Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Paid training and industry certifications Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) + Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)". So we can have Benefits heading.
Pay: they mention "Competitive pay" but not specific numbers. The instruction says never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. "Competitive pay" is vague but still states pay exists. Is that considered filler? It's not a specific number but it's stating that pay is competitive. Might be considered placeholder? The instruction says avoid filler like "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD". "Competitive pay" is somewhat vague but still a statement. I'd lean to include Pay section only if they give specifics like salary range. Since they only say "Competitive pay", maybe better to omit Pay section and include that info under Benefits (since they listed Competitive pay as part of What We Offer). So Benefits heading can include that.
Schedule: not mentioned. So omit.
Skills: maybe not separate; we can include under Qualifications.
Thus sections: About the role (intro), Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe combine Qualifications + Physical Demands + Environmental Conditions + Tools & Equipment), Benefits.
We need to use for each heading. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from Responsibilities, Qualifications, etc. Must not omit any detail.
We need to format lists appropriately. For Responsibilities, there is a paragraph with many duties separated by periods. We could turn each sentence into a list item? The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. The responsibilities are a list of duties; we can make each duty a
- . Similarly for Qualifications: list of items. For Benefits: list.
We need to ensure we don't lose any detail. Let's extract the English content.
First, intro paragraph before "Why You’ll Love It Here": "Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future."
Then "Why You’ll Love It Here" bullet-like sentences: "Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk! Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions! Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie! Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!" This is more like benefits/culture. Could be part of About the role or Benefits. We'll treat as part of About the role? But we have Benefits later. Might be better to put this under About the role as prose.
Then Responsibilities heading: "What You’ll Do as a Top Trimmer As a Trimmer at Lewis Tree Services, you’ll fill a specialized and highly skilled role necessary for utility vegetation management and provide support for tree trimming and line clearing operations serving utility companies and other clients." Then a list of duties each starting with a verb. We'll split each sentence into
- .
Let's list them:
- Perform advanced tree trimming and removal work while aloft or using aerial lift equipment.
- Support and lead job site and work zone set up, maintenance, and traffic control.
- Lead tree felling, rigging, and clearance activities near energized lines (vegetation and debris removal).
- Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal
- Support and direct crews in the absence of the Crew Leader.
- Apply herbicides in accordance with laws and company guidelines.
- Inspect, maintain/prepare, and operate work tools (Chainsaw), heavy equipment (Chippers), and other equipment as assigned (Relevant certifications apply).
- Operate/Drive, Load/Unload, and maintain trucks and other work vehicles.
- Ensure team and public safety by identifying hazards, maintaining clear communication, and providing support to fellow employees both on the ground and while aloft.
- Train and retrain crew members on climbing, trimming, and safety practices.
- Promote positive relations with customers and the public and assist the Crew Leader in gaining consent from property owners.
- Assist with job briefings, communicate new equipment specifications, and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
- Participate in emergency response and storm work as needed.
Note there is a line: "Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal" seems incomplete but we keep as is.
Now Qualifications heading: "What You Bring Minimum two years of experience on tree crews and completion of all Top Trimmer-level qualifications. Possess general knowledge of tree identification, growth habits, and proper pruning techniques. Knows and understands the ANSI Z133 Safety Requirements and A300 Pruning Standards for arboricultural operations. Advanced in tree ascent/descent using ropes and a safety saddle, and skilled in aerial lift operations. Proficiency in electrical circuit basics and interpreting circuit maps. Top Trimmer Technical Knowledge and Skills Certification (or ability to complete). Valid driver’s license, CDL, and required medical certification. CPR and First Aid certified (provided by Lewis). Ability to lead others, communicate effectively, and work independently. Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations."
Then Physical Demands: list of abilities. We'll treat as part of Qualifications or Requirements. We'll make a list.
Physical Demands bullet points:
- Ability To Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
- Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
- Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
- Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
- Operate two-handed tools and equipment
- Ability to progress skill in tree ascent and descent
- Ability to work and maneuver at considerable heights during adverse weather conditions
- Continuously – Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements, and Tree Ascending/Descending.
- Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching.
- Occasionally – Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.
- Rarely – Sitting / Operating
- Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.
Environmental Conditions:
- Continuously - Outdoor work
- Occasionally - Noise Levels
- Frequently - Extreme Temperatures
- Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
- Never - Confined Spaces
- Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns.
- Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.
Tools & Equipment:
- Equipment may include: Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
- Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers
- Blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
- Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes, hanger puller, manual and hydraulic pole saw, spikes.
- Sprayer applicators, pump sprayer, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
- Tablets and communication devices
We need to keep all that.
Now Benefits heading: "What We Offer Non-Union Benefits Competitive pay Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Paid training and industry certifications Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) + Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)". Also maybe "People Promise" but that's EEO boilerplate; we should remove. Also Spanish duplicate removed.
Thus Benefits list:
- Competitive pay
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and industry certifications
- Health, dental, vision & HSA options
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We could also include "Non-Union Benefits" as a phrase but not needed.
Now About the role: combine intro paragraph and "Why You’ll Love It Here" maybe as prose. We'll make a
containing both paragraphs.
We must not repeat the job title as a heading. The job title is "Top Trimmer" maybe; we avoid.
Now output HTML fragment: start with
About the role
then ...
. Then Responsibilities
...
. Then Qualifications
...
. Then Benefits
...
.
We need to ensure we don't include any boilerplate like EEO, Spanish posting, etc.
Check for any duplicated lines: The responsibilities list
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose. We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep all details from Responsibilities, Qualifications, etc. Must not omit any detail. We need to format lists appropriately. For Responsibilities, there is a paragraph with many duties separated by periods. We could turn each sentence into a list item? The instruction: Use
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. The responsibilities are a list of duties; we can make each duty a
- . Similarly for Qualifications: list of items. For Benefits: list. We need to ensure we don't lose any detail. Let's extract the English content. First, intro paragraph before "Why You’ll Love It Here": "Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future." Then "Why You’ll Love It Here" bullet-like sentences: "Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk! Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions! Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie! Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!" This is more like benefits/culture. Could be part of About the role or Benefits. We'll treat as part of About the role? But we have Benefits later. Might be better to put this under About the role as prose. Then Responsibilities heading: "What You’ll Do as a Top Trimmer As a Trimmer at Lewis Tree Services, you’ll fill a specialized and highly skilled role necessary for utility vegetation management and provide support for tree trimming and line clearing operations serving utility companies and other clients." Then a list of duties each starting with a verb. We'll split each sentence into
- .
Let's list them:
- Perform advanced tree trimming and removal work while aloft or using aerial lift equipment.
- Support and lead job site and work zone set up, maintenance, and traffic control.
- Lead tree felling, rigging, and clearance activities near energized lines (vegetation and debris removal).
- Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal
- Support and direct crews in the absence of the Crew Leader.
- Apply herbicides in accordance with laws and company guidelines.
- Inspect, maintain/prepare, and operate work tools (Chainsaw), heavy equipment (Chippers), and other equipment as assigned (Relevant certifications apply).
- Operate/Drive, Load/Unload, and maintain trucks and other work vehicles.
- Ensure team and public safety by identifying hazards, maintaining clear communication, and providing support to fellow employees both on the ground and while aloft.
- Train and retrain crew members on climbing, trimming, and safety practices.
- Promote positive relations with customers and the public and assist the Crew Leader in gaining consent from property owners.
- Assist with job briefings, communicate new equipment specifications, and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
- Participate in emergency response and storm work as needed.
Note there is a line: "Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal" seems incomplete but we keep as is.
Now Qualifications heading: "What You Bring Minimum two years of experience on tree crews and completion of all Top Trimmer-level qualifications. Possess general knowledge of tree identification, growth habits, and proper pruning techniques. Knows and understands the ANSI Z133 Safety Requirements and A300 Pruning Standards for arboricultural operations. Advanced in tree ascent/descent using ropes and a safety saddle, and skilled in aerial lift operations. Proficiency in electrical circuit basics and interpreting circuit maps. Top Trimmer Technical Knowledge and Skills Certification (or ability to complete). Valid driver’s license, CDL, and required medical certification. CPR and First Aid certified (provided by Lewis). Ability to lead others, communicate effectively, and work independently. Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations."
Then Physical Demands: list of abilities. We'll treat as part of Qualifications or Requirements. We'll make a list.
Physical Demands bullet points:
- Ability To Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
- Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
- Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
- Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
- Operate two-handed tools and equipment
- Ability to progress skill in tree ascent and descent
- Ability to work and maneuver at considerable heights during adverse weather conditions
- Continuously – Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements, and Tree Ascending/Descending.
- Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching.
- Occasionally – Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.
- Rarely – Sitting / Operating
- Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.
Environmental Conditions:
- Continuously - Outdoor work
- Occasionally - Noise Levels
- Frequently - Extreme Temperatures
- Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
- Never - Confined Spaces
- Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns.
- Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.
Tools & Equipment:
- Equipment may include: Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
- Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers
- Blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
- Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes, hanger puller, manual and hydraulic pole saw, spikes.
- Sprayer applicators, pump sprayer, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
- Tablets and communication devices
We need to keep all that.
Now Benefits heading: "What We Offer Non-Union Benefits Competitive pay Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Paid training and industry certifications Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) + Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)". Also maybe "People Promise" but that's EEO boilerplate; we should remove. Also Spanish duplicate removed.
Thus Benefits list:
- Competitive pay
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and industry certifications
- Health, dental, vision & HSA options
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We could also include "Non-Union Benefits" as a phrase but not needed.
Now About the role: combine intro paragraph and "Why You’ll Love It Here" maybe as prose. We'll make a
containing both paragraphs. We must not repeat the job title as a heading. The job title is "Top Trimmer" maybe; we avoid. Now output HTML fragment: start with
About the role
then...
. ThenResponsibilities
- ...
Qualifications
- ...
Benefits
- ...