Tree Trimmer & Climber — Full-Time Role

Asplundh Careers; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring a Trimmer/Climber in Ohio. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety for workers and the public. Heavy physical work at heights is required, with training provided. Entry-level with potential for growth in a field crew.

Competitive hourly pay and benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, EAP, and disability protections. Pre-employment screening may apply; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Must be able to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.

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 damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and equipment.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists in training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for inspection and proper working conditions of tools and equipment.

Skills

Climb ladders

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring a Trimmer/Climber in Ohio. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety for workers and the public. Heavy physical work at heights is required, with training provided. Entry-level with potential for growth in a field crew.

Competitive hourly pay and benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, EAP, and disability protections. Pre-employment screening may apply; equal opportunity employer.