Junior Tree Trimmer Trainee

Asplundh Careers; New London (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is looking for a Trimmer Trainee in Wisconsin to support tree trimming operations. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment, trimming vegetation, and assisting in material handling in a field setting.

Entry-level position with no prior experience required; training is provided. The role offers full-time hours, hourly pay, and a benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR checks may be required.
• Driver's License preferred but not required.

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 a woodchipper.
• 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 areas clear 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.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Maintains inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and equipment.

Skills

Good hand-to-eye coordination

No fear of heights

Ability to work at heights

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is looking for a Trimmer Trainee in Wisconsin to support tree trimming operations. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment, trimming vegetation, and assisting in material handling in a field setting.

Entry-level position with no prior experience required; training is provided. The role offers full-time hours, hourly pay, and a benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.