Tree Trimmer, Apprentice OR full-time Tree Trimmer, Journeyman

United Electric Cooperative, Inc. in Savannah, MO is looking to hire a full-time Tree Trimmer, Apprentice OR full-time Tree Trimmer Journeyman. Would you like to work for a company that will value your contributions? If so, please read on!

This position is a Union position and earns a competitive wage of $31.19/hour for Tree Timmer Apprentice or $36.69/hour for Tree Trimmer Journeyman. We provide fantastic benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer a 401(k) match and pension program after the first year of employment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT UNITED ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

United Electric Cooperative is a rural electric cooperative owned by the members we serve and governed by a board of directors. United Electric serves over 9,800 meters across NW Missouri and SW Iowa and has approximately 3,600 miles of distribution lines. The board of directors and employees of United Electric Cooperative are committed to improving the quality of life for our member-owners. Our mission statement is to "enhance the rural way of life through United". Keeping our members and communities connected is something we take pride in!

We have a team of skilled employees who consistently strive to provide a top-quality member experience. United offers a great benefits package, plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement, and an uplifting work environment in which all of our employees can thrive!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN APPRENTICE TREE TRIMMER OR JOURNEYMAN TREE TRIMMER

An Apprentice Tree Trimmer will serve as an apprentice to a Journeyman Tree Trimmer in the operation of vehicles and equipment to assist line crews by clearing and maintain right of ways. The Apprentice Tree Trimmer will begin training in an apprentice program to acquire the skills of a Journeyman Tree Trimmer. This program takes four years to complete. The Journeyman Tree Trimmer will perform right of way tree trimming maintenance and service work on the Cooperative's distribution system in a safe manner.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN APPRENTICE TREE TRIMMER OR JOURNEYMAN TREE TRIMMER

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Have or acquire a thorough knowledge of first aid and CPR; must have or acquire within 90 days of employment a Commercial Driver's License (Class A CDL)
• Must reside within 25 road miles of the Cooperative location where reporting to work
• Mandatory "Crew on Watch" duty with mandatory overtime is required
• Must be able to work inside and outside in all kinds of weather
• Must be able to lift 75 - 100 lbs and complete strenuous tasks

Are you able to build working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect? Do you flourish with both independent and collaborative work? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position works Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm and follows a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the IBEW Local 1464 Union that defines working hours. This position includes mandatory "Crew on Watch" duty as assigned. Overtime and holiday shifts are required in the event of an outage or emergency. This position is required to work outside in inclement weather ay any time. The applicant who is chosen for this position must reside within 25 road miles of the Savannah shop location.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this customer service job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!