Distribution Climber/Trimmer - ATE

Asplundh Tree Expert Co.; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nationwide full-service utility contractor as a Tree Trimmer, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining safe and efficient powerline clearance. This position offers competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive union benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. You'll be responsible for trimming and removing trees, operating essential equipment, and ensuring safety in all operations. If you're a dedicated go-getter who enjoys working outdoors and values teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you. Experience a rewarding career with a company committed to innovation and safety in the utility industry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Bereavement Pay

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate various tools and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Trim and reshape trees for utility clearance.
• Operate tools and equipment for tree removal.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in work areas.

Skills

Tree Trimming

Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Physical Stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Wood Chippers

Hand Tools

Job description

This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.

STARTING PACKAGE BETWEEN $28.17 - 40.61/hour

Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative line clearance services for the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Union benefits package includes, but is not limited to:

• Family health, dental, and vision insurance (LINECO)
• National Electrical Annuity Plan AND National Electrical Benefit Fund
• 10 paid holidays
  • offered after 720 hours worked
• Up to 5 weeks of paid vacation
  • based on years of service
• Bereavement Pay

Essential Functions

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections
• Operates and services all required tools/equipment.
• Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
• Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
• Loads/unloads trucks.
• Feeds brush & debris into wood chippers.
• Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clean and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.
• Must affiliate with the local union.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off the Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, Body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, Lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, Range-of-motion, Depth Perception, Lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

About Us:

As a full-service utility contractor, Asplundh performs tree pruning and removals, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, emergency storm work, and logistical support.

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.