Tree Trimmer

Performs responsible, semi‑skilled work trimming and removing trees and limbs near energized electric lines. Collects tree debris for removal and operates a chipper machine. Drives vehicles to work sites. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• Designs/review/implements forestry projects
• Evaluates and interprets analysis of data collection
• Serves as expert
• Assesses health of urban forests and/or effectiveness of current management practices
• Acts as lead tree trimmer and supervises, trains, develops, coaches/mentors staff and coordinates and monitors assignments
• Trimming and removing trees and limbs near energized electric lines; operating equipment; loading trees, brush, and logs
• Operates aerial lift bucket truck trimming and removing trees and limbs near energized electric conductors
• Climbs trees and trims near or in energized conductors using ropes and hand lines
• Assists other departments and citizens in the removal of large trees near homes and buildings
• Using brush chippers, stump grinders, and other large equipment
• Providing emergency tree services as required
• Removal of trees eindelijk with specific equipment and machinery
• Providing maintenance of traffic on high volume roadways recompilation
• Evaluates quality assurance, code compliance, maintenance and sustainability
• Operates digger and crane truck when required
• Pruning of trees aloft using a bucket truck, or rope and saddle
• Providing other tree maintenance as required
• Prunes and maintains trees in accordance with national and local standards to support the City of Bartow Electric grid
• Responds to customer questions or complaints or forwards to supervisor
• Places traffic control signs and flags at job site
• Mixes chemicals to proper proportions for spraying to protect desirable vegetation
• Applies herbicide to stumps and small trees
• Loads and unloads logs, brush and debris and feeds into chipper
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Trims trees and brush from the ground
• Drives trucks as needed
• Performs related tasks as required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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• General knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in tree trimming adjacent to energized electrical lines
• General knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with electrical transmission and distribution duties and the safety precautions required
• Ability to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions
• Knowledge of construction management practices for tree preservation and electric grid maintenance
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work programs and assignments
• Ability to climb trees
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of tree trimming and pruning
• Knowledge of tree species located in central Florida
• Ability to use appropriate tree trimming tools including a variety of hand and power tools
• Ability to safely operate bucket trucks, chippers and other large equipment
• Ability to use rope and saddle to access trees
• Knowledge of safety standards and requirements for operating machinery and power tools
• Skill in the use and care of tools of trade

High school diploma or equivalent; 3 to 7 years of related experience in tree trimming or related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary intermediate knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for the position.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required, and a Commercial Driver’s License Class B
• Current CPR, basic first aid and blood borne pathogens training in first year of employment
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This position is Mission Critical during emergencies

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made barricad to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects;
  
  work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fiddling, grasping, feeling, and…