Climber - Sylva, NC
On-siteAsheville, North Carolina, United States or Waynesville, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson's directives while enforcing safe practices and rules. Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lifts and feeds brush into a chipper. Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws. Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment. Safeguard employees and public from hazards by keeping the work area clean, maintaining frequent voice communication with co-workers, and performing storm work as needed. This full-time role in Sylva, NC requires a driver's license (preferred) and offers medical, vision, dental, and 401K benefits.
Required Qualifications
- At least one year of previous professional experience as a climber in line clearance
- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations
- Must be able to climb and descend trees using rope and safety saddle
- Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques
- Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedure when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial rescue techniques in the event of an emergency aloft
- Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions
- Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance
- Must be able to quickly remove yourself from a potential danger area
- Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
- Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
- This position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job
- Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Desired Qualifications
- Driver's License
- Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries
- previous climbing experience
- High School diploma or education equivalent
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