Trimmer (All Levels)
Kerrville, Texas
Employer: Transforce
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Position Description
Trimmer D/4th Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer D/4th Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer D/4th Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer D/4th Class receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and is supervised. This position is the entry-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer C/3rd Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer C/3rd Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer C/3rd Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer C/3rd Class receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and is supervised. This position is a mid-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer B/2nd Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer B/2nd Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer B/2nd Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer B/2nd Class provides and receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and crew supervision. This position is a mid-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer A/1st Class
While providing supervision, a Trimmer A/1st Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. As a Trimmer A/1st Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer A/1st Class provides on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and crew supervision. This position is a top-level class in the Trimmer series and serves as the lead in the Foreperson or General Foreperson's absence.
Duties and Responsibilities Include
Trimmer D/4th Class
Essential Duties:
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
All Trimmer Levels
All qualifications listed above plus
Preferred:
Trimmer B/2nd Class & A/1st Class
All qualifications listed above plus
Required:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as needed. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Additionally, the position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening and background check.
The Townsend Company, LLC and its family of companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Trimmer D/4th Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer D/4th Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer D/4th Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer D/4th Class receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and is supervised. This position is the entry-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer C/3rd Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer C/3rd Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer C/3rd Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer C/3rd Class receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and is supervised. This position is a mid-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer B/2nd Class
Under supervision, a Trimmer B/2nd Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. In this position, you may be exposed to hazards of working near traffic, falling limbs, and energized power lines. As a Trimmer B/2nd Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer B/2nd Class provides and receives on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and crew supervision. This position is a mid-level class in the Trimmer series.
Trimmer A/1st Class
While providing supervision, a Trimmer A/1st Class maintains trees for public safety. This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees. As a Trimmer A/1st Class, attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines is critical. A Trimmer A/1st Class provides on-the-job training, specific day-to-day directions, and crew supervision. This position is a top-level class in the Trimmer series and serves as the lead in the Foreperson or General Foreperson's absence.
Duties and Responsibilities Include
Trimmer D/4th Class
Essential Duties:
- Performs tree pruning, tree removal, brush chipping, and stump grinding
- Uses climbing hooks, belts, ropes, and ladders
- Operates and services equipment and tools such as hydraulic tools, power tools, buckets, chippers, and sprayers
- Cuts away dead and excess branches from trees
- Sprays to treat diseased or unhealthy trees, including mixing chemicals and calibrating spray equipment
- Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
- Identifies tree species and characteristics of trees
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
- Identifies due diligence and assessment of tree failure risk
- Assists with providing training to other trimmers
Essential Duties:
All duties listed above plus
- Provides training to other trimmers
All Trimmer Levels
- Understands occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Must be semi-skilled in mechanics
- Must be able to complete a proficiency test consisting of climbing, knot tying, and chainsaw maintenance
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record per Company requirements
- May be required to pass a DOT physical examination to obtain the appropriate CDL
- Knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Meet all physical requirements of the position
- Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations
- 18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
All qualifications listed above plus
Preferred:
- Experience with a tree care/maintenance program, including but not limited to
Trimmer B/2nd Class & A/1st Class
All qualifications listed above plus
Required:
- Experience with a tree care/maintenance program, including but not limited to
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as needed. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Additionally, the position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening and background check.
The Townsend Company, LLC and its family of companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Created: 2024-09-10
Reference: XELtSisHs5Zu
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Kerrville
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