Climbing Tree Trimmer (CDL) – Hands-On Field Work

Asplundh; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Potsdam, NY is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (CDL Required) for full-time, non-exempt employment. You will trim and remove trees, operate and service equipment, load trucks, and work at heights with safety as a priority.

Pay is competitive at $24.93-$30.67 per hour based on experience, with benefits that vary by position and location. Must be able to join the local union and pass pre-employment screens, including background and drug tests.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• No fear of heights.
• Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
• Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
• Loads/unloads trucks.
• Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Potsdam, NY is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (CDL Required) for full-time, non-exempt employment. You will trim and remove trees, operate and service equipment, load trucks, and work at heights with safety as a priority.

Pay is competitive at $24.93-$30.67 per hour based on experience, with benefits that vary by position and location. Must be able to join the local union and pass pre-employment screens, including background and drug tests.