Journeyman Tree Trimmer

About the position

The Journeyman Tree Trimmer is responsible for maintaining trees for public safety, providing tree trimming services, and supervising crew members. This role involves pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees while ensuring adherence to safety guidelines due to potential hazards such as traffic and power lines. The position serves as a lead trimmer in the absence of higher management and includes on-the-job training for other trimmers.

Responsibilities

• Properly maintains tools and equipment used to work around energized power lines
• Identifies due diligence and assesses tree failure risk
• Performs ground operations and equipment usage
• Demonstrates ability to identify tree species and assess for diseases or pest problems
• Performs tree pruning, removal functions, brush chipping, and stump grinding
• Operates and maintains tree-trimming equipment
• Sprays trees to treat diseases, including mixing chemicals and calibrating spray equipment
• Provides training to other trimmers

Requirements

• Journeyman level required; additional experience is a plus
• Experience with a tree care/maintenance program
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Must pass a DOT physical examination to obtain the appropriate CDL
• QLCTT Certified
• Obtain Pesticide License
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Certified Flagger
• Semi-skilled in mechanics
• Ability to complete a proficiency test consisting of climbing, knot tying, and chainsaw maintenance
• Understanding of safe handling and operation of chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders
• Attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Meet all physical requirements of the position
• Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required