Jr Trimmer

At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We’re the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America… and always growing. We’re in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.

Why you’ll love being part of the Lewis Family:

We Believe…

Why you'll love this Job:

What you’ll do as a Jr. Trimmer at Lewis:

Performs actual work functions as a qualified line clearance tree trimmer.

Directs tree crew when crew leader is away from the job.

Responsible for the inspection and proper working conditions for all tools and equipment assigned to the employee by the Crew Leader. Request repairs or replacements when necessary.

Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around the working area Keeps informed on new equipment specifications, standards, practices, and procedures.

Conducts and assists in conducting a job briefing at each job site. (Pre-Job Hazard Survey).

When required by Crew Leader, conducts field training or retraining of crew members in the performance of the following functions:

Trims trees, involving climbing and working in trees near energized lines.

Removal of trees and brush, dispose of debris.

Operation of power equipment, such as trucks, chippers, aerial lifts, power

saws, sprayers, use of ladders and tools.

Spraying brush and stumps, mixing, proper application of spray chemicals to

prevent damage to desirable vegetation.

Assist crew leader with obtaining written permission from property owners. Help promote and maintain good customer and public relations.

Help enforce job safety practices. In addition to the above, performs other duties as required or assigned.

What you’ll need:

Tree species identification and local, state and federal licenses

Our DEI Promise:

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences among us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service’s practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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