Trimmer Trainee

Purpose of the Position:

The purpose of the Trimmer Trainee position at Lewis Services is to develop the skills necessary for utility vegetation management and to support tree trimming and line clearing operations for utilities and various other customers.

Job Qualifications and Requirements: (e.g., certifications, experience levels)

Essential Responsibilities:

Physical Demands:

Ability to:

+ Push or pull up to 50 lbs. + Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain + Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity) + Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively + Operate two-handed tools and equipment + Progress skills and train in ascending and descending trees.

Continuously (67-100% of the day) – Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements.

Frequently (34-66% of the day) - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching, Tree Ascending/Descending.

Occasionally (6-33% of the day) – Driving, Standing, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.

Rarely (1-5% of the day) - Sitting or operating

Comments: Employees should expect variability in work conditions and the size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies and equipment.

Environmental Conditions:

Continuously (67-100% of the day) - Outdoor work and high noise levels.

Frequently (34-66% of the day) - Extreme Temperatures

Rarely (1-5% of the day) - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues

Never (0% of the day) - Confined Spaces

Employees should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.

Tools, Equipment, and Gear Typically Operated, Used, or Worn by Employees

We offer for Non-Union positions:

+ Specialized paid training & certifications + Career advancement opportunities + Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts + Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan + Paid time off + Employee assistance program

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.

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