Tree Trimmer Job Description
Tree Trimmer Duties & Responsibilities
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Tree Trimmer Qualifications
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Licensing or Certifications for Tree Trimmer
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Education for Tree Trimmer
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Employers hiring for the tree trimmer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as University and Associate Degree in Teaching, Horticulture, Forestry, Arboriculture, Natural Resources, Associates
Skills for Tree Trimmer
Desired skills for tree trimmer include:
Desired experience for tree trimmer includes:
Tree Trimmer Examples
Tree Trimmer Job Description
- Evaluates work site to determine the safest method for completing the assignment, follows all safety precautions necessary in operating equipment and climbing trees, and takes into consideration such hazards as electrical wires, or houses, cars, and people which could be harmed
- Uses aerial lift to trim trees, cleans debris from work site by removing or chipping cut limbs, and loads debris onto city vehicle for removal
- Remains on 24 hour call at all times in case of emergency situations
- Receives, and verifies vehicle maintenance log designed to monitor fuel and oil consumption, , and forwards to supervisor
- Prepares time sheet for payroll and delivers to supervisor
- Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal removing broken limbs from roofs and other objects
- Implements safe practices in all aspects of the job
- Assist Foreman in completing all aspects of Tree Pruning, Removal, Cabling & Bracing by working as both second climber and ground crew on residential and commercial properties
- Extensive referral bonus program
- Each referral $1000.00/Unlimited-Tell your friends!
- May require the ability to read a variety of professional, technical and administrative documentation, directions, instructions, methods and procedures
- May require the ability to utilize mathematical formulas
- Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape
- Requires the ability to utilize job related equipment in the course of accomplishing job duties and tasks associated with respect ive primary duties
- Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color
- Requires the ability to interact w ith people
Tree Trimmer Job Description
- Comply with safe work practices
- Operate Aerial lift and/or off road equipment
- Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and aerial lifts
- Prepares tree for limb removal or complete take-down by placing safety cones
- Inspects and operates per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements an aerial lift bucket and is lifted to remove selected tree limbs and trunks with chainsaws or pruners
- Cuts tree trunks on the ground with gasoline or electric power saws
- Operates a wood chipper to dispose of tree limbs and branches
- Assists in loading severed tree trunks onto trucks for removal
- Inspects tree for decay, disease, and insects
- Operates equipment for insect and disease management on trees and shrubs
- CDL Class B or ability to attain within 3 months preferred
- High School diploma or GED is required and two years of tree trimming experience
- Must obtain a Class B Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months of hire
- Must have at least 2 years of experience in removing trees by climbing with and without tree spikes
- Must be able to operate various types of tree operations equipment (Bucket Truck, Chipper Truck, Dump Truck and Chain Saws)
- Valid Driver’s License required – CDL Class B or ability to attain preferred
Tree Trimmer Job Description
- Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment used in the planting, trimming, and removal of trees
- Ensures the availability of adequate supplies and equipment on trucks to complete assigned work
- Cleans worksite and performs ground level clean-up to clear tree debris
- The Utility Line Clearance Trimmer/Climber provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers
- Responsible to properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
- The Trimmer/Climber position operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Crew Foreman
- Climb and trim 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
- Climbing trees with Closed or Open Climbing System
- Pruning to ANSI A300 standards
- Operating chippers and chainsaws
- 6 months tree trimming experience
- Must possess a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Operate chainsaws, chippers, trucks, aerial lifts, or special tools and equipment
Tree Trimmer Job Description
- Successful completion of Certified Tree Worker/Climber Specialist exam or equivalent training
- Experience operating tree care equipment
- Experience with tree work in residential areas, dealing with traffic and pedestrians
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks according to safety guidelines
- Must have a current and valid driver's license and CDL as driving is a requirement of this position
- Prior climbing experience highly valuable but not required
- CDL is highly valued
- $500 Sign-on Bonus available for experienced Climbing Arborist and dependent upon qualifications * *
- Completion of The Care Of Trees Climber/Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
- Must be proficient in tree trimming (including palm) and various landscape maintenance equipment
- Knowledge and experience in the operation of bucket truck, chipper, chain saws and equipment preferred
- Must be able to work with supplies, materials and equipment in a safe manner
Tree Trimmer Job Description
- CDL or ability to attain within 3 months preferred
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Category 3OT within 90 days of hire
- Commercial Pesticide Applicators License Category 6 within 90 days of hire
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A, with no air brake restrictions – within 6 months of employment
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and complete tasks according to safety guidelines
- CDL preferred by not required
- Outdoor Enthusiast/Rock Climbing/Bouldering/Hiking
- Background in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Landscape Horticulture are also encouraged to apply
- Valid Driver's License required and Commercial Driver's License is highly valuable
- Background in Rock Climbing/Bouldering, and Caving accepted!
- CDL Class B-Air or ability to attain within 3 months-We will Pay for obtaining your CDL for those who qualify
- Experienced Aerial Lift Operator