Tree Trimmer & Climber — Full-Time with Benefits

Utilities Service, LLC; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees and branches, operate required tools, and assist in site safety. You will handle debris, operate woodchippers, and help with truck loading while maintaining safe work sites.

You will work in varying weather, climb and balance on heights, and follow safety protocols. No experience required for entry-level applicants; training provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• No fear of heights.
• Must have 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 & 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.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Height tolerance

Physical stamina

Ladder/climb

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees and branches, operate required tools, and assist in site safety. You will handle debris, operate woodchippers, and help with truck loading while maintaining safe work sites.

You will work in varying weather, climb and balance on heights, and follow safety protocols. No experience required for entry-level applicants; training provided on the job.