Tree Trimmer/Climber Supervisors

Supervise Tree Trimmers/Climbers in the use of sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques to cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right of way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health and value of the tree. Train tree trimmers/climber on how to prune or treat tree or shrubs using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers, and power pruners. Work off the ground in the tree canopy and may use truck-mounted lifts. Must be proficient with the use of sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques.

Requirements: Requires twelve months of Tree Trimmer / Climber experience. Must lift/carry 50 lbs., when necessary. Saturday and Sunday work required, when necessary. Employer-paid drug testing required of foreign and domestic workers prior to commencing work and post-hire at random, upon suspicion of use, and post-accident. Post-hire background check and employment eligibility (e-Verify) check required of foreign and domestic workers. Employer-paid physical required prior to beginning work to ensure worker can safely perform the job. Incidental limited travel and double time pay may be available under certain emergent conditions and holidays, and as per specific utility contractual requirements. Employer may offer more than the stated work hours depending on weather, business needs, and other conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact working hours.