Trimmer Trainee
Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site
What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting ...
Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site
What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting ...
Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site
What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting ...
Kalamazoo, MI ยท On-site
Responsibilities What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing ...
Kalamazoo, MI ยท On-site
Responsibilities What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing ...
What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting ...
What You'll Do as a Trimmer Trainee As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting ...
Wisconsin Rapids, WI ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Wisconsin Rapids, WI Additional Locations: Wisconsin Rapids, MI Work Site: On Site Req ID: 227997 Position Overview Davey Utility Line ...
Wisconsin Rapids, WI ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Wisconsin Rapids, WI Additional Locations: Wisconsin Rapids, MI Work Site: On Site Req ID: 227997 Position Overview Davey Utility Line ...
Charlottesville, VA ยท On-site
$22 - $24.50/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Charlottesville, VA Additional Locations: na Work Site: On Site Req ID: 225747 Position Overview $22.00 - $24.50 / hour pay range ...
Charlottesville, VA ยท On-site
$22 - $24.50/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Charlottesville, VA Additional Locations: na Work Site: On Site Req ID: 225747 Position Overview $22.00 - $24.50 / hour pay range ...
Charlotte, NC ยท On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Charlotte, NC Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 227439 Compensation Data $22-$27 hourly Position Overview Trim and ...
Charlotte, NC ยท On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Charlotte, NC Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 227439 Compensation Data $22-$27 hourly Position Overview Trim and ...
... Trimmer Trainee. Job Duties What You'll Do: * Provide line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers * Climb Trees! Services provided include pruning treetops ...
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... Trimmer Trainee. Job Duties What You'll Do: * Provide line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers * Climb Trees! Services provided include pruning treetops ...
Greensboro, NC ยท On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Greensboro, NC Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 223983 Compensation Data $20-$25 hourly Position Overview Trim and ...
Greensboro, NC ยท On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Trimmer Trainee Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Greensboro, NC Additional Locations: NA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 223983 Compensation Data $20-$25 hourly Position Overview Trim and ...
Conover, NC ยท On-site
Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of trimming (outsider). Trainee will be evaluated upon completion of initial training period for ...
Conover, NC ยท On-site
Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of trimming (outsider). Trainee will be evaluated upon completion of initial training period for ...
Boise, ID ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Boise, ID Additional Locations: Payette, ID Work Site: On Site Req ID: 223640 Position Overview Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted ...
Boise, ID ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Boise, ID Additional Locations: Payette, ID Work Site: On Site Req ID: 223640 Position Overview Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted ...
Albuquerque, NM ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Albuquerque, NM Additional Locations: N/A Work Site: On Site Req ID: 228148 Position Overview Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted ...
Albuquerque, NM ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Albuquerque, NM Additional Locations: N/A Work Site: On Site Req ID: 228148 Position Overview Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted ...
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Kalamazoo Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:50 PM) Job ID 2026-5712 # of Openings 3 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Kalamazoo Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:50 PM) Job ID 2026-5712 # of Openings 3 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Benton Harbor Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/28/2026 10:46 PM) Job ID 2026-5687 # of Openings 5 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Benton Harbor Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/28/2026 10:46 PM) Job ID 2026-5687 # of Openings 5 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-NC-Morganton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 1 month ago(7/31/2026 10:26 AM) Job ID 2026-5422 # of Openings 2 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-NC-Morganton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 1 month ago(7/31/2026 10:26 AM) Job ID 2026-5422 # of Openings 2 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Aberdeen, MD ยท On-site
$17.71 - $22.19/hr
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MD-Aberdeen Job Post Information* : Posted Date 3 weeks ago(8/17/2026 1:03 PM) Job ID 2026-5599 # of Openings 1 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Aberdeen, MD ยท On-site
$17.71 - $22.19/hr
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MD-Aberdeen Job Post Information* : Posted Date 3 weeks ago(8/17/2026 1:03 PM) Job ID 2026-5599 # of Openings 1 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Hamilton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:47 PM) Job ID 2026-5711 # of Openings 10 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Hamilton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:47 PM) Job ID 2026-5711 # of Openings 10 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Kalamazoo Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:50 PM) Job ID 2026-5712 # of Openings 3 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Kalamazoo Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:50 PM) Job ID 2026-5712 # of Openings 3 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Dayton, OH ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-OH-Dayton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 8:32 PM) Job ID 2026-5724 # of Openings 10 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Dayton, OH ยท On-site
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-OH-Dayton Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 8:32 PM) Job ID 2026-5724 # of Openings 10 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Hastings Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:55 PM) Job ID 2026-5714 # of Openings 5 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
Trimmer Trainee Job Locations US-MI-Hastings Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 weeks ago(8/29/2026 7:55 PM) Job ID 2026-5714 # of Openings 5 Department Field Operations Job Posting Location
$20 - $25/hr
On Site Req ID: 223983 Compensation Data $20-$25 hourly Position Overview Trim and remove trees ... We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree ...
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$20 - $25/hr
On Site Req ID: 223983 Compensation Data $20-$25 hourly Position Overview Trim and remove trees ... We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree ...
$13.46 - $15.67
16% of jobs
$17.01 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.67 - $17.88
15% of jobs
$17.88 - $20.08
13% of jobs
The median wage is $21.97 / hr.
$20.08 - $22.29
7% of jobs
$22.29 - $24.50
6% of jobs
$24.50 - $26.70
6% of jobs
$26.70 - $28.91
7% of jobs
$30.46 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.91 - $31.12
5% of jobs
$31.12 - $33.33
6% of jobs
$33.33 - $35.53
4% of jobs
$35.53 - $37.74
13% of jobs
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| Aspect | Trimmer Trainee | Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Basic training, apprenticeship | Skill proficiency, experience |
| Work Environment | Training sites, workshops | On-site trimming, production facilities |
| Industry Usage | Entry-level, learning phase | Full-time, skilled worker |
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Indianapolis, IN โข On-site
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 17 days ago
Support tree trimming and line clearing operations by assisting with vegetation management tasks and equipment setup.
Support crews with site preparation, equipment operation, and jobsite cleanup, including handling tools and assisting with rigging and tree felling.
Participate in safety procedures, safety meetings, and travel to multiple worksites, including occasional overnight stays.
At Lewis, weโre not just trimming trees โ weโre building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job โ you're investing in your future.
Why Youโll Love It Here- Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
- Elevate your career with us โ we prioritize training and internal promotions!
- Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
- Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!
As a Trimmer Trainee at Lewis Services, you will develop the necessary skills to support our tree crews with tree trimming and line clearing operations, assisting and supporting vegetation management for utility partners.
- Assist with ground-level vegetation management around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lifting logs, dragging brush, assisting climbers, hand up tools, using hand lines, etc.)
- Prune, remove branches, and lift logs, while climbing or using an aerial lift, under direct supervision (After proper training and demonstration of expertise).
- Support crews with site prep, equipment setup, and jobsite cleanup.
- Operate and maintain tools like chainsaws, chippers, sprayers, and ropes.
- Assist with rigging and felling of trees
- Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
- Load/unload trucks and hike through challenging terrain carrying gear.
- Help with traffic control and public safety at the jobsite.
- Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
- Travel to multiple worksites, including occasional overnight stays.
- Learn and follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
- Drive and operate trucks and other equipment as assigned (With appropriate certifications)
Ability to:
Continuously โ Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements.
Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching.
Occasionally โ Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.
Rarely - Tree Ascending/Descending
Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.
Environmental Conditions:Continuously - Outdoor work
Occasionally - Noise Levels
Frequently - Extreme Temperatures
Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
Never - Confined Spaces
Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.
Tools & EquipmentEquipment may include:
- Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
- Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers
- Blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
- Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
- Sprayers, herbicides, fuel, cones, signs
- Tablets and communication devices
Non-Union Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and industry certifications
- Health, dental, vision & HSA options
- 401(k) +
- Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our People Promise
Our commitment to Our People is key to the success of our business.We respect the differences between us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feelwelcome and fairly treated.We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought out and valued.
Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed toprovidingequal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Serviceโs practices and policies are administered under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
รnase a una empresa que fomenta el crecimiento de las personas
En Lewis, no solo podamos รกrboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa de mayor tamaรฑo de gestiรณn de servicios y vegetaciรณn en Norteamรฉrica y una orgullosa empresa propiedad de sus empleados, creemos que cada persona de nuestro equipo es importante. Cuando se incorpora a Lewis, no solo comienza un trabajo, invierte en su futuro.
Por quรฉ le encantarรก trabajar aquรญ
Sus funciones como Podador Aprendiz
Como Podador Aprendiz en Lewis Services, desarrollarรก las habilidades necesarias para apoyar a nuestras cuadrillas en operaciones de poda de รกrboles y despeje de lรญneas elรฉctricas, colaborarรก y apoyarรก la gestiรณn de vegetaciรณn para los socios de servicios pรบblicos.
Lo que usted aporta
Demandas fรญsicas
Capacidad para las siguientes actividades:
De forma continua: estar de pie, caminar, manipular/sujetar, realizar movimientos repetitivos.
Con frecuencia: levantar/llevar, empujar/tirar, agacharse/arrodillarse, alcanzar.
En ocasiones: conducir, subir escaleras fijas/plegables.
Rara vez: subir/bajar de รกrboles
Comentarios: Debe esperar una variabilidad en el tamaรฑo, proporciones, condiciones y pesos de los suministros al igual que en los equipos y las condiciones de trabajo.
Condiciones ambientales:
De forma continua: trabajo al aire libre
En ocasiones: niveles de ruido
Con frecuencia: temperaturas extremas
Rara vez: contacto con materiales peligrosos o problemas de calidad del aire
Nunca: espacios confinados
Comentarios: Debe esperar una variabilidad con base en los patrones climรกticos regionales. Se requiere que el equipo de protecciรณn personal se use segรบn la Administraciรณn de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (OSHA) y el Instituto Nacional Estadounidense de Estรกndares (ANSI).
Herramientas y equipos
Lo que ofrecemos
Beneficios no sindicales
Compromiso con nuestra gente
El compromiso con nuestra gente es la clave del รฉxito de nuestro negocio. Respetamos las diferencias entre nosotros, y aprovechamos esas diferencias para crear un entorno donde todos los empleados se sientan bienvenidos y tratados con justicia. Buscamos las mejores soluciones posibles al atraer e involucrar a una fuerza laboral diversa donde se busquen y valoren todas las perspectivas.
Lewis Tree Service es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades de empleo y se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades tanto a los candidatos como a los empleados. Lewis Tree Service prohรญbe la discriminaciรณn ilegal o el acoso de empleados y candidatos por motivos de raza, credo, color, nacionalidad, sexo, edad (mayores de 40 aรฑos), religiรณn, discapacidad, estado civil, orientaciรณn sexual, informaciรณn genรฉtica, estado de ciudadanรญa, estado de veterano o cualquier otra condiciรณn legal protegida, todas las decisiones de empleo, incluidas, entre otras, el reclutamiento, la contrataciรณn, la compensaciรณn, la capacitaciรณn, el aprendizaje, la promociรณn, la degradaciรณn, la transferencia, el despido y la terminaciรณn, y todos los demรกs tรฉrminos y condiciones de empleo. Las prรกcticas y polรญticas de Lewis Tree Service se administran en virtud de las leyes locales, estatales y federales aplicables.
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Utilities
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
West Henrietta, NY, US