Electric Right of Way Tree Trimmer

Posting number: 1002544

Department: Utilities

Division: Power & Light

Job classification: Electric Right of Way (ROW) Trimmer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Utilities

Summary

Maintains electrical right of ways, by trimming and removing trees, shrubs, bushes and other obstructions from electric utilities in and around high voltage lines.   

Examples of duties

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description.  The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Performs right of way line clearance by climbing trees using various gear and equipment; operating hydraulic chain saw; operating power chain saw; using various roping skills and techniques; and dragging and chipping various sized, shaped and weighted limbs, brushes, logs and wood; and operating hydraulic aerial lift. Activities are performed in and around high voltage lines.
• Keeps equipment in “ready to use” status by sharpening chain saws; inspecting and repairing chippers, chain saws and other necessary tools; inspecting ropes and climbing gear for safety; and inspecting the truck for safety.
• Assists line technicians in maintenance of electric lines and poles.
• Responds to storm work and on call by clearing and removing obstructions from electric lines; and assisting in line maintenance.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED.  No experience required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above

Certifications/Licenses 

• Valid Driver’s License (CDL – Class B) with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria 
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Line Clearance Certification

Job Knowledge 
Basic familiarity with the work to know common principles and terminology and to understand and solve simple problems.

Reading
Intermediate:  Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesauruses. 

Writing
Intermediate:  Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.  

Math
Intermediate:  Ability to deal with a system of real numbers; and practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement.  

Communication Skills 
Requires providing basic information to others outside direct reporting relationships on procedures or general policies.  Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach understanding and gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

Independence and Decision-Making 
Normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies.  There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties.  Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Fiscal Responsibilities 
No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No responsibility for direction or supervision of others. Supplemental information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Heavy physical effort, exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
• Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive and communicate effectively with others. 
• Constant standing, walking, and pushing/pulling.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing.
• Occasional crawling.

 

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.  
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• May frequently experience time pressure, working closely with others as part of a team, and tedious or exacting work.
• May occasionally experience emergency situations, frequent changes of tasks, irregular work schedule/overtime, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, and noisy/distracting environment.

 

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Typically requires use of work vehicle (Aerial Lift Truck), chain and hydraulic saws, ropes, hooks, ladders, chippers, axes, shovels, block and tackle; and any other equipment as appropriate or required.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed outdoors, where there is daily exposure to extreme temperatures, noise and vibration, wetness/humidity, and physical hazards.  There is constant exposure to mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards.  There is occasional exposure to fire hazards and physical danger.  There is rare exposure to explosives and communicable diseases.

 

The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel toe shoes, hearing and eye protection, etc.); and any other equipment as apparent or assigned.