IBEW 51 Line Clearance - Trimmer- Rantoul, IL

IBEW 51 Line Clearance - Trimmer
- Rantoul, IL

• Pay or shift range: $30 USD to $33 USD
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes

Candidates will be dispatched by IBEW. This job posting is specific to those who are asked by the local union hall to 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. Previous experience operating an aerial lift trimmer with a tree care company is required. Driver's license is required. Candidates will be dispatched by IBEW.

• 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
• Clean up and dispose of all debris
• Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used 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 voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous aerial lift experience preferred

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations
• Identify tree species
• 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
• Work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions
• Possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques
• Quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area
• Wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Must meet I-9 requirements.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement:
Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

This is a full-time position offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.