Tree Trimmer & Climber — Field Technician

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Brunswick (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (DL Required) for full-time, non-exempt work in Ohio. The role involves trimming and removing trees and branches, operating and servicing tools, loading trucks, and maintaining safety while performing physically demanding outdoor tasks.

The position requires a valid driver's license, willingness to join a local union, the ability to work at various heights, and readiness to pass pre-employment screening.

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 be willing to join local union and pay union dues.

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

Stamina

Ability to work at heights

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber (DL Required) for full-time, non-exempt work in Ohio. The role involves trimming and removing trees and branches, operating and servicing tools, loading trucks, and maintaining safety while performing physically demanding outdoor tasks.

The position requires a valid driver's license, willingness to join a local union, the ability to work at various heights, and readiness to pass pre-employment screening.