Arborist- Top Trimmer

DescriptionAt Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We're the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and always growing.

We're in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.

Why you'll love being part of the Lewis Family:

We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things.

We offer for Non-Union positions:

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

We Believe

That everyone on the team matters

That we don't constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and productively.

That workers aren't the problem; workers are the problem solvers.

That through diversity we build strength

That being an employee-owned company (ESOP), it provides future financial stability for our employees

That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited

Why you'll love this Job:

You love the outdoors: you enjoy varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous

You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble

You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes"

You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible

You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up

What you'll do as a Top Trimmer/Climber at Lewis:

Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment

Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.

Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines.

Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.

Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation

Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

What you'll need:

Two years or more experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines.

Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors.

Experience in tree climbing, knot tying and PPE

Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.

Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate For full info follow application link.Lewis Tree Service, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.