Arborist - Trimmer Trainee

Lewis Tree Service - Reading, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Reading, PA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Arborist - Trimmer Trainee position at Lewis Tree Service Inc. is designed for individuals who are passionate about working outdoors and are eager to learn the skills necessary for tree trimming and maintenance. This role involves participating in a climbing skills training program, performing tree trimming duties, and ensuring safety practices are followed while working in a team environment. The position offers opportunities for career advancement and specialized training in a supportive, employee-owned company.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an innovative climbing skills training program.
• Work as part of a tight-knit crew in a team environment.
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for utility customers, including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removing trees, and removing broken limbs from wires and roofs.
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above power lines.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Remove limbs and brush, and clean up and dispose of debris.
• Mix and apply spray chemicals to preserve desirable vegetation.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area, and help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

Requirements

• At least six months experience as a crew member or equivalent, working around utility wires.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting a minimum of 50 lbs to shoulder height or more.
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chainsaw, circular saw, etc.) and enduring extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as tree species identification and 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 a valid Driver's License.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Specialized paid training & certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program