Tree Trimmer & Climber – Field Technician

Utilities Service, LLC; Jacksonville (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

Utilities Service, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to join our field crew. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety on job sites in North Carolina.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, company benefits including health insurance and retirement plan, and opportunities to train and advance. Prior tree-trimming experience is a plus, but entry-level applicants are considered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head and perform physically demanding work in all weather.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background check, and MVR may be required.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operates and services required tools and equipment.
• Cleans debris and feeds brush into woodchipper as needed.
• Loads/unloads trucks and maintains equipment.
• Sets up barriers and directs traffic when necessary.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping in work areas.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

No fear of heights

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Job description

Utilities Service, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to join our field crew. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety on job sites in North Carolina.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, company benefits including health insurance and retirement plan, and opportunities to train and advance. Prior tree-trimming experience is a plus, but entry-level applicants are considered.