Climber - Benton, AR

Climber - Benton, AR

The Climber is responsible for climbing, pruning, and removing trees.

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; lifts and feeds 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 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

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.