Tree Trimmer & Climber — Full-Time, Entry Level

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in the United States. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, loading trucks, and safeguarding the crew and the public.

The job requires climbing, working at heights, and following safety protocols. We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay, with pre-employment screenings where required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be able to walk, climb and work from ladders or at various heights in demanding conditions.
• No fear of heights.
• Good hand-to-eye coordination.

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 and 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.
• Makes sure work locations and trucks are clean.

Skills

Climb and work at heights

Ladder use

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in the United States. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, loading trucks, and safeguarding the crew and the public.

The job requires climbing, working at heights, and following safety protocols. We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay, with pre-employment screenings where required.