Tree Trimmer

Zielies Tree Service; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in vegetation management is seeking dedicated Tree Care Professionals. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community safety and environmental stewardship through effective tree care and maintenance. As part of a committed team, you'll engage in essential tasks like tree trimming, herbicide application, and equipment inspection, ensuring safety and quality in every job. With competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and health insurance, this position promises not only a rewarding career but also significant growth opportunities in a supportive work environment. Join us in making a difference!

Benefits

Paid Vacation after 1 year

401k with company match after 1 year

5 Paid Holidays after 6 months

Health Insurance after 90 days

Weekly Direct Deposit

Paid Training

All PPE and tools provided

Qualifications

• Experience in tree trimming and felling using industry best practices.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Cut and trim trees using various tools and techniques.
• Apply herbicides as needed to manage tree growth.
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment for safety.

Skills

Tree Trimming

Chainsaw Operation

Herbicide Application

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Chainsaws

Woodchippers

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree Care Professionals. Whether you're an industry veteran or just looking for new opportunities with a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you.

Zielies has an outstanding group of employees and although our work doesn't always stand out, we know deep down, the power stays on or is restored in our local communities because of the work we do daily in maintaining powerline right-of-ways. Our mission and values of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship help define us as a company. If our values align, you work hard, and meet performance expectations, there is continued growth opportunities here.

Essential Functions

• Cut, and/or trims using various industry best management practices.
• Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and splitting logs into manageable pieces.
• Herbicide application to prevent further growth as indicated on maps.
• Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a woodchipper.
• Utilize best management practices to safeguards other employees and public from jobsite hazards in and around work area.
• Inspect tools, truck, and other work equipment. Request repair or replacement equipment, when necessary. Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.
• Commitment to work safe daily.
• Perform other related work, as assigned by superiors.

STARTING WAGES DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE

Average wages between $15-$20 plus benefits

Benefit package includes, but is not limited to:

• Paid Vacation after 1 year
• 401k with company match after 1 year
• 5 Paid Holidays after 6 months
• Heath Insurance benefit after 90 days
• Fulltime work
• Overtime opportunities vary
• Weekly direct deposit
• Excellent growth opportunities
• Industry leading safety and training programs
• Paid training
• All PPE and tools required to perform applicable position provided by Company

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