Field Specialist: Tree Trimmer & Climber

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages/Paid weekly – Direct

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Health, Dental, Eye Care, Prescribed

Insurance premiums paid by Company

FMLA and Short term disability

Retirement packages

Prescription safety glasses

All tools provided by the Company

DOT Regulated Drug Free Workplace

First Aid & CPR Training

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Edina, MN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops, and reshape trees to clear utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role requires operation of tools, driving, and coordination in all weather conditions.

You will participate in safety training, assist in training new staff, and ensure proper maintenance of equipment and work areas. Benefits are provided as part of total compensation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operate and service 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 and debris into wood chipper.
• 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.
• Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.

Skills

Stamina for physically demanding work

Hand-eye coordination

Climbing ability

Willing to join union

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Edina, MN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops, and reshape trees to clear utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role requires operation of tools, driving, and coordination in all weather conditions.

You will participate in safety training, assist in training new staff, and ensure proper maintenance of equipment and work areas. Benefits are provided as part of total compensation.