Professional Tree Trimmer & Climber

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits vary by tenure

Union contract benefits

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Collinsville, IL for a full-time, non-exempt position. You will trim and remove trees, operate equipment, and maintain job sites, trucks, and safety measures.

Responsibilities include directing traffic, loading gear, assisting training, and ensuring safe work areas. A driver's license is required, and pre-employment screens may apply. Local union pay scales apply.

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 while handling equipment or material.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods; willing to join local union and pay 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 & debris into woodchipper.
• Repairs minor damage to lawns, fences, walk-ways.
• 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.
• 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.
• Inspects and maintains tools, truck, and equipment; requests repairs when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and work locations.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Skills

Age 18+

No fear of heights

Hand-eye coordination

Climb ladders

Union membership

Education

HS Diploma

No experience required

Experience a plus

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Collinsville, IL for a full-time, non-exempt position. You will trim and remove trees, operate equipment, and maintain job sites, trucks, and safety measures.

Responsibilities include directing traffic, loading gear, assisting training, and ensuring safe work areas. A driver's license is required, and pre-employment screens may apply. Local union pay scales apply.