Tree Trimmers/Pruners

Individuals who cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain rights-of-way for roads, sidewalks or utilities, or to improve the appearance, health and value of trees. Tree trimmers also may fill cavities in trees to promote healing and prevent deterioration. Workers who specialize in pruning trim and shape ornamental trees and shrubs for private residences, golf courses or other institutional grounds. Tree trimmers and pruners use handsaws, pruning hooks, shears, and clippers. When trimming near power lines, they usually use truck-mounted lifts and power pruners.