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Trimmer Trainee

Trimmer Trainee

Lewis Tree ServiceEaston, PA, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join A Company That Grows People

At Lewis, we're not just trimming trees we're building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job you're investing in your future.

Why You'll Love It Here

  • Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
  • Elevate your career with us we prioritize training and internal promotions!
  • Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
  • Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

What You'll Do As A Trimmer Trainee

As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting and supporting vegetation management for utility partners.

  • Assist with ground-level vegetation management around power lines (tree pruning, vegetation removal, lifting logs, dragging brush, assisting climbers, hand up tools, using hand lines, etc.)
  • Prune, remove branches, and lift logs, while climbing or using an aerial lift, under direct supervision (after proper training and demonstration of expertise).
  • Support crews with site prep, equipment setup, and jobsite cleanup.
  • Operate and maintain tools like chainsaws, chippers, sprayers, and ropes.
  • Assist with rigging and felling of trees
  • Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
  • Load / unload trucks and hike through challenging terrain carrying gear.
  • Help with traffic control and public safety at the jobsite.
  • Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
  • Travel to multiple worksites, including occasional overnight stays.
  • Learn and follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
  • Drive and operate trucks and other equipment as assigned (with appropriate certifications).
  • What You Bring

  • Minimum 6 months of experience working on tree crews as a Groundperson or Driver.
  • Willingness to work at heights and learn climbing / aerial lift techniques.
  • Understanding basic tree identification and vegetation management practices.
  • Trimmer Trainee Technical Knowledge and Skills Certification (or ability to complete).
  • Valid driver's license, CDL, and medical certification as required.
  • CPR and First Aid certified (provided by Lewis).
  • Acquire and keep the required training and licenses for the safe and proper use of herbicides.
  • Strong work ethic, team mindset, and commitment to learning safely.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations.
  • Physical Demands

    Ability to :

  • Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
  • 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
  • Continuously Standing, Walking, Handling / Grasping, Repetitive Movements.

    Frequently Lifting / Carrying, Pushing / Pulling, Stooping / Kneeling, Reaching.

    Occasionally Driving, Climbing Stairs / Ladders.

    Rarely Tree Ascending / Descending

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

    Environmental Conditions :

    Continuously Outdoor work

    Occasionally Noise Levels

    Frequently Extreme Temperatures

    Rarely Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues

    Never Confined Spaces

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

    Tools & Equipment

    Equipment may include : Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs, chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers, blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes, climbing gear : harness, chaps, spikes, sprayers, herbicides, fuel, cones, signs, tablets and communication devices.

    What We Offer

    Non-Union Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Paid training and industry certifications
  • Health, dental, vision & HSA options
  • 401(k) +
  • Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Our DEI Commitment

    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 based on 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 under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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