Arborist Trainee, Climber – Transmission

Lucas Tree Expert Co, Inc

Join Lucas Tree Experts as an Arborist Trainee/Climber on transmission crews. Focus on vegetation management and tree care with comprehensive training and career advancement.

Posted 7/19/2026full-timeRemote • Maine • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $18 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vegetation management, including manual removal and pesticide application, while safely operating forestry equipment. Capable of performing physical tasks in various weather conditions and committed to obtaining necessary licenses and certifications for career advancement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pesticide ApplicationForestry Equipment OperationPhysical FitnessCDL A Or B LicenseHigh School Diploma Or GED

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Hard Skills

Manual Vegetation RemovalPesticide ApplicationLine ClearancePruningChainsaw OperationSkidder OperationMower OperationATV OperationBucket Truck OperationCarrying 75 Lbs

Certifications & Qualifications

CDL A Or B LicenseLicenses & Certifications As Required

Industry Keywords

ForestryVegetation ManagementSafety ProceduresPhysical RequirementsWeather Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manual removal of vegetation from work areas
Pesticide application
Safely operating various forestry equipment (skidders, mowers, chainsaws, ATV's)
Performing line clearance, pruning, and removals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.
Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.
Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (i.e., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs.)
Must be willing to work at varying heights.
Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck & operate equipment safely.
Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL A or B license.
Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career.
Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)
High earning potential with weekly incentives
Safety first culture
Advancement opportunities
Paid time off and paid holidays
Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Work outdoors!