Arborist - Top Trimmer

Grand Rapids MI

Description

There’s nothing like it – being up in the trees. Once you experience that sense of freedom and adventure, it becomes a part of you. We want to help grow that passion with career opportunities, supportive leadership and a dedication to safety. We’re the second-largest vegetation management company in North America… and always growing. But really, we’re in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees. Who you are… - Open-Minded: open to new ideas, willing to listen and observe, humble - Love the Outdoors: enjoys varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous - Self-Motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to “do what it takes” - Adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible - Collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up What you’ll do: - Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment - Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service’s utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc. - Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines. - Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. - Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris. - Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation - Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices. What you’ll need: - Two years or more experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines. - Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors. - Experience in tree climbing, knot tying and PPE - Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.  - Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.  - Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as: - Local, state and federal licenses - First Aid and CPR cards - Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests We offer… - Specialized paid training & certifications - Career advancement opportunities - Health insurance plans - Paid time off - Employee stock ownership plan - Retirement & savings plans options - Employee assistance program Lewis Tree Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about this role and apply to join us today at