Tree Care Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Benefits

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a Trimmer Trainee to join our field crew. This entry-level role trains in tree trimming, equipment operation, and safety procedures while contributing to daily job tasks.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly compensation and benefits. You will learn to trim and remove trees, service tools, assist in loading trucks, and support crew during operations on various sites.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Physical ability to perform demanding outdoor work in varying weather.

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 a woodchipper.
• Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
• 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. to protect employees and the public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a Trimmer Trainee to join our field crew. This entry-level role trains in tree trimming, equipment operation, and safety procedures while contributing to daily job tasks.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly compensation and benefits. You will learn to trim and remove trees, service tools, assist in loading trucks, and support crew during operations on various sites.