Tree Trimmer & Climber for Utility Line Clearance

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring for a Trimmer/Climber. The role involves trimming, topping, and reshaping trees to maintain clearance for utility lines. You will operate and maintain tools, manage debris, and assist with equipment as part of a field crew.

The position requires endurance, height tolerance, and the ability to work with ladders and varying weather. A driver’s license is required; union membership may be needed.

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

Climbing

Hand-eye coordination

Physical stamina

Safety-consciousness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Pole saw

Truck operation

Driver's license

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring for a Trimmer/Climber. The role involves trimming, topping, and reshaping trees to maintain clearance for utility lines. You will operate and maintain tools, manage debris, and assist with equipment as part of a field crew.

The position requires endurance, height tolerance, and the ability to work with ladders and varying weather. A driver’s license is required; union membership may be needed.