Tree Trimmer & Climber — Full-Time Outdoor Crew

Asplundh; Tallmadge (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

EAP

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to join our tree services team. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, and performing related maintenance at various heights and weather conditions.

Eligible applicants should be 18+, able to work at heights, and pass pre-employment screenings. A driver’s license is preferred. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay structure.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Able to walk, climb, and work from ladders on uneven and slippery surfaces.
• No fear of heights.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• 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 and debris into a woodchipper.
• Repairs minor damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and 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, to protect employees and the public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to work at heights

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position

Tools

Driver's license (preferred)

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to join our tree services team. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, and performing related maintenance at various heights and weather conditions.

Eligible applicants should be 18+, able to work at heights, and pass pre-employment screenings. A driver’s license is preferred. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay structure.