Trimmer A (AES)
About the role
The Trimmer A is a top performing climber or trimmer who has demonstrated exceptional performance in lower-level positions, exhibiting their ability to execute climbing techniques and rigging involved in pruning and removal tasks with precision and safety. Proficiency in operating aerial lifts is desirable but not required.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong awareness of safety protocols and promoting a safety-conscious work environment.
- Demonstrating trustworthiness and responsibility in all job-related activities.
- Possessing a comprehensive understanding of proper pruning techniques, including natural and directional pruning which can be utilized during emergency restorations.
- Possess all the requirements for the lower climber classifications.
- Demonstrate expertise in climbing trees near energized lines and performing various maintenance tasks, except for the most difficult ones.
- Safely removing overhangs with suitable assistance and conducting routine pruning around open wire secondary and primary electrical conductors.
- Possessing comprehensive knowledge and expertise in climbing trees around energized conductors, proficiently removing trees, pruning limbs, and roping tree sections around these lines. If utilizing a bucket, you will effectively accomplish these tasks using the equipment.
- Assisting in the on-the-job training of less experienced climbers and bucket operators, sharing your knowledge and expertise to support their growth.
- Exhibiting good judgment and making sound logical decisions in day-to-day work.
- Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need.
Requirements
- 3+ years relevant experience required.
- Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
- Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus.
- Valid driver’s license.
- A Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred.
- Have a good work ethic.
- Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
- Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
- Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
- Willing to work over-time when requested.
- Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
- Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills
- Properly inspect Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
- Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
- Able to receive and follow directions.
- Able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
- Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
- Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation package.
Pay
Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Variable schedule to accommodate project needs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation package.
About Burford’s Construction
Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. With a great team of qualified professionals, Burford’s Construction can serve all project needs. Those Services Include: Vegetation Maintenance New ROW Clearing ROW Reclamation/Widening Erosion Control Access Matting Civil/Site Grading AND Many More! We offer these services as turnkey support to customers across our service territory in Transmission, Distribution, and Generation. It is our belief that our work entails a true partnership with our clients to consistently exceed expectations. Our company culture and core values of safety for all, environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and productivity are integral in every partnership.