This Position is for an Arborist -- Top Trimmer/Climber with a work location in Columbus, MS.

Job Details / Description

What you'll do as a Top Trimmer/Climber at Lewis:

Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment

Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Company 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 applying 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.âÂ?¯

Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.âÂ?¯

Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as Local, state and federal licenses

Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards

Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests

Ability to obtain valid Driver's License

Qualifications

Experience

Required

1 year:

Vegetation Management Industry Experience

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service's practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.