Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $27.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee ownership
training programs
Paid holidays
Job Description
Wright Tree Service is a leading provider of vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services dedicated to utility companies and their communities throughout North America. As an employee-owned company since 2002, Wright Tree Service upholds a strong commitment to safety, integrity, excellence, teamwork, innovation, and family values. These core principles shape every aspect of operations, ensuring that the organization delivers exceptional service and creative solutions to its clients, while fostering a supportive, ethical, and safe workplace culture.
Founded with a family-oriented philosophy, Wright Tree Service blends a long-standing tradition of quality with innovative approaches to maintaining utility infrastructures. Th... Show More
Founded with a family-oriented philosophy, Wright Tree Service blends a long-standing tradition of quality with innovative approaches to maintaining utility infrastructures. Th... Show More
Job Requirements
- Has a minimum of 3 years' experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews
- Possess excellent leadership skills and be able to handle stressful situations along with being able to multi-task
- Has a basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and correct arboricultural techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applies to working in close proximity to energized conductors
- Knows and understands the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-2000)
- Has a basic knowledge of electrical circuit and must be skilled in the reading and understanding of circuit maps
- Ability to communicate professionally, both verbal and in writing, with the general public, customers, and fellow employees
- Enforces on-the-job safety practices
- Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
- Needs to be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day
- Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow
- Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
- Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner
- Possesses the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis
- Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work
- Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment
- Must have valid commercial driver's license (dependent on Division and utility/contract requirements) and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
- Possesses a valid medical card to drive company vehicles 10,0001 lb GVWR or GVW and greater
- Must have valid driver's license (CDL), medical card and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
- Maintains a herbicide applicator or operators certification and license as required by Wright Tree Service and local, state, and federal law
- Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards
Job Qualifications
- Minimum three years experience on tree trimming or clearing crews
- Excellent leadership and multi-tasking abilities
- Knowledge of tree identification and arboricultural techniques
- Familiarity with ANSI Z133.1-2000 standards
- Understanding of electrical circuits and maps
- Professional communication skills
- Ability to enforce safety practices
- Ability to wear necessary personal protective equipment
- Ability to write, read, and comprehend job instructions
- Professional representation of Wright Tree Service
- Ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds
- Willingness to work long hours and overtime during emergencies
- Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment
- Valid commercial driver’s license and medical card
- Herbicide applicator/operator certification
- Valid First-Aid and CPR cards
Job Duties
- Supervises a line clearance crew and plans daily work
- Assigns work to crew members and directs work according to accepted practices
- Recognizes poisonous plants and applies proper safeguards
- Enforces safe work practices and conducts safety training
- Obtains permission from property owners for tree trimming/removal and herbicide application
- Maintains good customer and public relations
- Keeps accurate records, timesheets, and reports
- Interprets tree trimming and chemical application orders
- Conducts safety training for crew members
- Controls crew costs and manages equipment use
- Determines work start/stop during inclement weather
- Safeguards employees and public with proper barriers and signs
- Inspects trucks, tools, and equipment
- Manages emergency response and service restoration
- Performs tree trimming and removal using specialized equipment
- Sprays stumps and brush to prevent growth
- Loads/unloads trucks and handles debris
- Repairs minor damage to property
- Services tools and equipment
- Relays signals, directs traffic, and operates trucks
- Trains new employees
- Works near energized power lines and hazardous equipment
- Wears personal protective equipment
- Adapts to exposure to weather and nature
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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