Tree Trimmer Apprentice (Entry-Level)

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; 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 seeking a Trimmer Trainee in Fort Dodge, IA for a full-time, hourly role. You will trim and remove trees and branches, operate and service required tools, and help maintain safety and efficiency on job sites.

The position is entry-level with no prior experience required, but a strong work ethic and ability to perform physically demanding tasks are essential. Benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Good hand-eye coordination required.
• No fear of heights; ability to work at elevated heights.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work in various weather conditions.

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 damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools.
• Relays hand signals and directs traffic.
• Keeps trucks and work areas orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards.
• Cooperates with customers and authorities when blocking streets.
• Sets up barriers and signs to protect people.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.
• Maintains inspection and proper working conditions of tools and equipment.

Skills

Good hand-eye coordination

No fear of heights

Stamina for manual labor

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position

No prior experience required

Tools

Tree trimming equipment

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer Trainee in Fort Dodge, IA for a full-time, hourly role. You will trim and remove trees and branches, operate and service required tools, and help maintain safety and efficiency on job sites.

The position is entry-level with no prior experience required, but a strong work ethic and ability to perform physically demanding tasks are essential. Benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.