Trimmer
The Davey Tree Expert Company · Chattanooga, TN · Yesterday
OTHRFull-time
Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides utility and residential tree care services across the U.S. and Canada. We are employee-owned, offering a unique culture that values open idea exchange, community partnership, safety, and exceptional client service.
About the role
Join our team of utility line clearance professionals as a dynamic utility tree trimmer. Your office is outdoors, with a new view every day!
Responsibilities
- Climb trees using 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:
- Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
- Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
- Applying tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
- Operate as an active crew member alongside ground crew and foreperson
Requirements
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire
- Valid driver’s license (required)
- Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake 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® (preferred)
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
This is a full-time, permanent, on-site role based in Chattanooga, TN, with up to 25% travel expected.