Trimmer A

About the Role

The Trimmer A is a top-performing climber or trimmer who has demonstrated exceptional performance in lower-level positions. This role involves executing climbing techniques and rigging for pruning and removal tasks with precision and safety. Proficiency in operating aerial lifts is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety is a top priority, maintaining strong awareness of safety protocols and promoting a safety-conscious work environment.
• Demonstrate trustworthiness and responsibility in all job-related activities.
• Apply comprehensive understanding of proper pruning techniques, including natural and directional pruning for emergency restorations.
• Perform all duties required for lower climber classifications.
• Exhibit expertise in climbing trees near energized lines and performing various maintenance tasks, except for the most difficult ones.
• Safely remove overhangs with suitable assistance and conduct routine pruning around open wire secondary and primary electrical conductors.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge and expertise in climbing trees around energized conductors, removing trees, pruning limbs, and roping tree sections around these lines.
• Assist in the on-the-job training of less experienced climbers and bucket operators.
• Demonstrate excellent working knowledge of equipment used in tree care operations, including bucket trucks, chainsaws, and chippers.
• Exhibit good judgment and make sound logical decisions in day-to-day work.
• Join storm restoration efforts as needed.
• Properly inspect Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and understand when to wear it.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform rigorous physical labor and understand the proper use of company radio and hand tools.
• Work at heights and/or confined spaces, and outdoors in inclement weather.
• Follow established safety rules and company policy.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license; Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred.
• Good work ethic and ability to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to work extended periods in various locations.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are typical for vegetation management roles. Team members must:

• Regularly talk or hear.
• Frequently stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Perform rigorous physical labor, including sitting, standing for extended periods, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Frequently lift or move up to or in excess of 50 lbs.
• Possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Team members may be exposed to:

• Fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• A variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Loud noise levels.
• Diverse weather conditions while performing vegetation clearing work outdoors.

Skills

• Team-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Customer service focused
• Ethical and honest
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Punctual
• Excellent communication skills

About Us

Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. We offer turnkey support in:

• Vegetation Maintenance
• New ROW Clearing
• ROW Reclamation/Widening
• Erosion Control
• Access Matting
• Civil/Site Grading
• And many more services.

Our company culture and core values—safety for all, environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and productivity—are integral to every partnership.