Tree Trimmer & Climber (DL Required) - Outdoor Impact

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Napoleon, OH is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (DL Required) to trim, tops and reshape trees to provide clearance for utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable equipment operation.

Responsibilities include cutting and removing branches, loading debris, and supporting training of new hires in a fast outdoor setting. A High School Diploma is preferred; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No fear of heights.
• Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
• Able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must have own transportation to and from the show up location.

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 woodchipper.
• Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
• Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
• Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Climbing

Ladders

Physical stamina

Height tolerance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Napoleon, OH is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (DL Required) to trim, tops and reshape trees to provide clearance for utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable equipment operation.

Responsibilities include cutting and removing branches, loading debris, and supporting training of new hires in a fast outdoor setting. A High School Diploma is preferred; no prior experience required.