Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Previous experience operating an aerial lift trimmer or jarraff is required. Always follow and help enforce safe practices and Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at Foreperson's Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree Clean up and dispose of all Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills. Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily 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. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred. Valid Driver's license required. CDL preferred. Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

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.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable Accommodation Statement XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K. Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

AI Usage Disclaimer:

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.