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Climber - Wichita Falls, TX
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Xylem Tree Experts This job description outlines responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for the Climber position. Overview
Climbers work on vegetation management tasks in Wichita Falls, TX, following Foreperson’s directives and safety practices. Responsibilities
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into the brush chipper Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers Perform duties for storm work as needed Essential Functions
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into brush chipper Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers Perform duties for storm work as needed Supervisory Responsibilities
Climbers have no direct reports. Experience Requirements
Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous climbing experience is preferred Education Requirements
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
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 Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Climber - Wichita Falls, TX
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Xylem Tree Experts This job description outlines responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for the Climber position. Overview
Climbers work on vegetation management tasks in Wichita Falls, TX, following Foreperson’s directives and safety practices. Responsibilities
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into the brush chipper Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers Perform duties for storm work as needed Essential Functions
Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into brush chipper Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers Perform duties for storm work as needed Supervisory Responsibilities
Climbers have no direct reports. Experience Requirements
Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous climbing experience is preferred Education Requirements
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
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 Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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