Tree Trimmer Apprentice — Full-Time with Benefits

Asplundh Careers; Watersmeet Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer Trainee in Michigan to trim and remove trees, operate equipment, and support crew safety. No prior experience required; an entry-level position with on-the-job training and potential for growth in a safety-conscious environment.

Job responsibilities include loading/unloading, operating tools, and assisting in training new employees while maintaining vehicle and site cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be able to walk, climb and work from ladders/ heights.
• No fear of heights.

Responsibilities

• Trim and/or remove trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
• Cut and split large debris into manageable pieces.
• Spray areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load/unload trucks and feeds brush into a woodchipper.
• Repair minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Maintain good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in the work area.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer Trainee in Michigan to trim and remove trees, operate equipment, and support crew safety. No prior experience required; an entry-level position with on-the-job training and potential for growth in a safety-conscious environment.

Job responsibilities include loading/unloading, operating tools, and assisting in training new employees while maintaining vehicle and site cleanliness.