Tree Trimmer

Wright Tree Service

. Prune and remove trees, limbs and shrubs away from power lines to reduce vegetation interference .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeHastings • Minnesota • United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tree trimming, pruning, and removal techniques, with a strong understanding of safety practices and regulations related to working near energized power lines. Proficient in operating and maintaining equipment while ensuring compliance with industry standards and effective communication with team members and stakeholders.

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Tree Trimming And RemovalKnowledge Of ANSI Z133.1 And ANSI A300First-Aid And CPR CertificationOSHA Electric Power Standards KnowledgeAbility To Operate And Service Equipment

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Hard Skills

Tree IdentificationArboricultural TechniquesRigging TechniquesElectrical Circuit KnowledgeHerbicide ApplicationJob Instruction ComprehensionPPE ComplianceTree And Bucket Rescue TrainingDriving With ChipperMaintenance Of Tools And Equipment

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention To DetailSafety Awareness

Tools & Technologies

WoodchipperClimbing EquipmentGround ToolsInsulated ToolsTraffic-Control Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

First-Aid CertificationCPR CertificationHerbicide Application CertificationValid Driver's LicenseDOT Medical Card

Industry Keywords

Vegetation ManagementPower Line ClearanceEmergency ResponseTree Care StandardsHazardous Equipment Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prune and remove trees, limbs and shrubs away from power lines to reduce vegetation interference
Load vehicles and equipment with manageable limbs and logs
Trim, remove and fell trees using climbing equipment and ground tools
Work aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and lower them with rigging lines
Fell trees or spars and split them into manageable pieces
Work near hazardous equipment and energized power lines under qualified supervision; may supervise non-qualified employees after qualification
Apply herbicides and growth regulators and maintain application records
Educate less experienced employees on company policies, safety practices, approved work methods and OSHA regulations
Repair minor job-site property damage and escalate issues to the General Foreperson
Feed brush and debris into a woodchipper
Set up warning signs, barriers and traffic-control devices; direct traffic and coordinate with property owners, customers and emergency personnel
Inspect and perform routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools; report specialized maintenance needs
Travel outside the regular work location during emergencies or natural disasters
Drive and operate assigned vehicles and equipment
Maintain punctual attendance and comply with applicable laws and company policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3 months of experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews, or successful completion of applicable skills assessments
High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and arboricultural techniques specific to trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing trees near energized conductors
Knowledge and understanding of ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269
Ability to determine nominal voltage, properly use insulated tools near energized parts, and distinguish exposed live parts
Ability to comprehend and/or read and write job instructions and safety information
Ability to recognize poisonous plants
Ability to wear required PPE
Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays, weekends and storm work; subject to call-out work
Demonstrate knowledge and training to perform tree and bucket rescue
Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's or commercial driver's license and DOT medical card, depending on division and contract requirements
Ability to drive a vehicle with an attached chipper or other trailing unit
Maintain herbicide application certification or equivalent as required by company and law
Extensive travel required: greater than 50%
English required for reading, writing and speaking

Benefits

Comp & perks

Union benefits and pay offered
Plenty of growth opportunities
On the job training
Potential overtime
Paid weekly