Line Clearance Trimmer C - LH

Summary Description

Under the supervision of a Project Manager or Line Clearance Superintendent, responsible for trimming and clearing trees and vegetation from power lines to prevent electrical outages and maintain public safety. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.

• Effectively manages the requisition, storage and safeguarding all equipment, tools and vehicles.

• Utilizes a variety of tools including but not limited to, chainsaws, pole saws, and pruners to ensure clearances meet utility safety standards.

• Prunes or removes branches, trees and vegetation within proximity to electrical lines.

• Follows best practices to ensure tree health and maintain aesthetics where possible.

• Conducts site inspections to identify hazards and assess the safest approach to trimming tasks.

• Operates equipment, including bucket trucks, woodchippers and various hand and power tools.

• Performs routine equipment checks to ensure that tools and machinery are safe and functional.  Report any equipment issues.

• Collaborates with all other team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.

• Participates in team discussions to understand daily objectives and safety updates.

• Responds to emergency service requests outside of regular working hours.

• Performs all other assigned duties and assists with high voltage initiatives.

• Keeps abreast of new developments and techniques in the line clearance industry.

Job Requirements

Skills/Education:

• High school education or equivalency; post high school education desirable but not required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in tree trimming industry.
• Minimum of one (1) year of tree climbing experience.
• Herbicide and trimming certifications preferred or ability to obtain.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of company safety and personnel policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of all equipment associated with line clearance activities including aerial lifts, chainsaws and woodchippers.
• Knowledge with electrical and voltage hazards.
• Basic 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.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work with other construction and high voltage trades.
• Must be confident, decisive, self-motivated.
• Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends).
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.  Currently hold or ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL with airbrake endorsement required.
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally to jobsites with overnight stays.
• Must have reliable personal transportation to and from assigned work location/office.

Physical Requirements:

• Working 40 hours/week, scheduled in 8 to 10-hour shifts.
• Standing and climbing 4 to 6 hours/day.
• Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending 4 to 5 hours/day.
• Twisting (180° ) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day.
• Squatting and sitting 1 to 2 hours/day.
• Lifting weights of 0 to 75 lbs. at the following frequencies:  continuous lifting of 10 to 35 lbs.; frequent lifting of 35 to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting of 50 to 75 lbs.; sizes & shapes of objects vary from concrete blocks to cylinders to 10’ lengths of metallic conduit and 20' lengths of PVC conduit; average carry requirements, 60 lbs. for 40'.
• Ability to lift from floor to above shoulder.
• Repetitive use of hands includes continuous grasping up to 50 lbs.; frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 lbs.; and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
• Repetitive use of feet is required for operating heavy equipment, conduit benders and vertical climbing.
• Vision adequate for blueprint reading and color coding for wire identification.
• Balance adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts and for working from heights.
• Environmental factors may include working in temperature extremes of 0° F to 100° F up to 8 hours inside or outside and atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, and odors within the Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL).
• Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and potentially explosive hazards.
• Personal protective equipment includes use of hard hat, safety glasses, protected-toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task.  Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves, etc.