Tree Trimmer/Climber & Bucket Operator — Benefits Included

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; 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 in Hendersonville, NC is hiring a Bucket Operator. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and supporting safe, efficient job sites.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health insurance, and disability coverage. Pre-employment screens are possible, and a valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods.

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 and other equipment.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment.
• 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.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to work at heights

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's License (Preferred)

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Hendersonville, NC is hiring a Bucket Operator. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and supporting safe, efficient job sites.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health insurance, and disability coverage. Pre-employment screens are possible, and a valid driver's license is preferred.