Arborist Trainee​/Transmission - Putnam, CT C

Arborist Trainee – Putnam, CT

Salary: $18 - $21 per hour

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a motivated individual to join our Transmission team as Arborist Trainee. Transmission crews work off-road on utility right of ways removing and maintaining vegetation to protect the power grid. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and willing to learn all aspects of the trade: felling, climbing, rigging, equipment operation, and vegetation management.

No experience in the tree industry is necessary. Lucas Tree Experts provides free on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in learning this skilled trade.

Why Lucas Tree Experts?

• Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)
• High earning potential with weekly incentives
• Safety first culture
• Advancement opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Work outdoors!

This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity.

• Manual removal of vegetation from work areas
• Pesticide application
• Safely operating various forestry equipment (skidders, mowers, chainsaws, ATVs)
• Performing line clearance, pruning, and removals

• Must be able to work 45 hours weekly
• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Must be able to work outside in various types of weather
• Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (e.g., walk on uneven ground, carry 75 lbs.)
• Must be willing to work at varying heights
• Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck and operate equipment safely
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL A or B license
• Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses and certifications as required by the position
• Must be able to successfully complete a post-offer physical and drug screen, as well as a background and motor vehicle check

Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds including Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs as well as a complete benefits package.

Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

Please Note:

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