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Aerial Lift Trimmer Jobs in Dalton, Georgia, USA at ISA Certified Arborist
Position: Aerial Lift Trimmer : Dalton, GA
$1,000 Signing Bonus – conditions will apply
The Aerial Lift Trimmer is responsible for trimming, pruning, and removing trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment or tools.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at General Foreperson’s direction
Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
C lean up and dispose of all debris
Maintain and keep track of alltools and equipmentused in daily operations
Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills
Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voicecommunicationwith co-workers
Perform duties for storm work as needed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous aerial lift experience preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma oreducationequivalent preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations.
Must be able to identify tree species
Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial techniques in the event of an emergency aloft
Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions
Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques
Must be able to quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
Must have and maintain a CDL Driver’s License if hired for a driving position
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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Title: Aerial Lift Trimmer
Company: ISA Certified Arborist
Location: Dalton, Georgia, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
