Tree Trimmer & Climber — Field Technician

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Cabool (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; 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 is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform outdoor tree trimming and removal tasks across assigned work sites. This full-time, non-exempt role requires physical stamina, the ability to work at heights, and safe operation of essential tools and equipment.

You will load and unload trucks, assist in training new hires, and uphold safety standards to protect colleagues and the public. A valid driver's license is required; high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• No fear of heights; able to work at various heights.
• Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

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 job-related 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, as assigned.
• 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.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Skills

Stamina for outdoor work

Hand-eye coordination

Safety awareness

Ability to work at heights

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform outdoor tree trimming and removal tasks across assigned work sites. This full-time, non-exempt role requires physical stamina, the ability to work at heights, and safe operation of essential tools and equipment.

You will load and unload trucks, assist in training new hires, and uphold safety standards to protect colleagues and the public. A valid driver's license is required; high school diploma preferred.