Lead Tree Trimmer

POSITION: Senior/Lead Tree Trimmer

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Electric Distribution

JOB OBJECTIVE: Trim trees so they will not interfere with the electric lines. Remove trees and brush from electric right-of-ways. Work with the Superintendent of Electric Distribution to ensure proper training and development of the assistant tree trimmer. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have Maryland Roadside Tree Certification and Maryland Herbicide Certification.
• Minimum five years in the tree trimmer capacity.
• Demonstrate ability to train and lead crew.
• Must know how to operate derrick and bucket trucks, chippers and associated tools.
• Must have a valid MD Class A CDL
• Occasional after hours call in for post storm restoration.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have high school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass DOT physical
• Must be physically able to work (climb, dig, pull, lift, walk, etc.) while exposed to hazardous conditions, extreme noise and extreme weather conditions.
• Must wear proper PPE at all times

CORE VALUES OF EASTON UTILITIES:

• INTEGRITY –Operating with uncompromised values
• COMMITMENT – Unwavering dedication to our customers, our employees, our community, and our environment
• EXCELLENCE- An obvious distinction in all we do

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• ACCOUNTABILITY - Accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost effective results.
• INITIATIVE - Takes prompt action to accomplish tasks and meet goals and objectives.
• QUANTITY/QUALITY of WORK - Pays close attention to detail. Strives to achieve accuracy and consistency in all tasks.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS – The ability and willingness to find out what the customer wants or needs and to act accordingly. Dedicated to meeting external and internal customer needs.
• SAFETY ORIENTED – Knows and supports Easton Utilities safety programs and policies

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES:

• PROBLEM SOLVING- Identifies and analyzes problems weighing the relevance and accuracy of available information. Generates and evaluates alternative solutions and makes effective and timely decisions.
• TEAMWORK- Readily sharing information, knowledge and personal strengths. Seeking to understand and building on differing perspectives of others to enhance team efficiency and quality outcomes
• VERSATILITY- Requires multiple talents and a willingness to adapt them to changing assignments as required

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Trim trees close to energized high voltage primary and low voltage secondary power lines.
• Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed and includes overseeing work quality, training, and instruction.
• Clearing, inspection and maintaining right-of-ways and easements by means of trimming, chipping, clear cutting, spraying, and bush hogging.
• Apply herbicide on right-of-ways and easements and all other facilities where it is determined that such herbicide application is cost effective and preferable over mechanical cutting and trimming.
• Responsible for recording Tree Maintenance activity for State Agencies.
• Exercise proper maintenance and care of all equipment used in the performance of the duties herein described. Such equipment may include, but not limited to, aerial lift trucks, chippers, chain saws, weed eaters, pump sprayers, bush hogs, etc.
• Conduct job briefings daily.
• Performs tree removal and trimming at the request of, and in conjunction with, the Town of Easton.
• Enforce Easton Utilities safety regulations and strive for both employee and public safety at all times.
• Assists with restoration of services during emergencies in any department.
• Performs routine work in any department as directed by the Superintendent of Electric Distribution. Examples of such routine work might include flagging traffic, painting metal light poles, assisting with electric construction, installing Christmas decorations, assisting warehouse material clerks with inventory, washing vehicles or equipment, etc.
• Makes repairs to customers’ properties damaged by EU crews and equipment during construction, operations, and maintenance. Such repairs might include, but not limited to, filling and smoothing ruts, sowing grass, spreading straw, repairing fences, etc.
• Explain tree trimming activities to customers when working on consumers' property. Respond to customer inquiries or complaints resolving issues tactfully and expeditiously within the policies and procedures of Easton Utilities.
• Frequent contacts with general public, patrons, or other outside representatives, wherein the manner of handling these contacts has a bearing on the organization's position and operation.
• Respond to customer’s tree trimming inquiries to resolve issues tactfully and expeditiously within the policies and procedures of Easton Utilities.
• Must have at least ten (10) years’ experience.
• Ability to perform duties with a minimum of supervision.
• Enhance the Electric Department’s service and productivity by providing support to other employees, filling in and completing other duties as requested by your direct supervisor or Electric Department Manager.
• Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.