Tree Trimmer & Climber - Full-Time, Health & Retirement

Utilities Service, LLC; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming, removal, and related duties. This full-time, non-exempt role involves operating equipment, ensuring safety, and assisting with training new hires.

A valid driver’s license is preferred, with a strong emphasis on physical endurance and working at various heights. Employee benefits include a company-sponsored retirement plan, health insurance, and life and disability coverage, along with an employee assistance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous experience is a plus.

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.
• 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

Hand-eye coordination

No fear of heights

Stamina for physical work

Ability to climb

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position

Previous experience is a plus

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming, removal, and related duties. This full-time, non-exempt role involves operating equipment, ensuring safety, and assisting with training new hires.

A valid driver’s license is preferred, with a strong emphasis on physical endurance and working at various heights. Employee benefits include a company-sponsored retirement plan, health insurance, and life and disability coverage, along with an employee assistance