Tree Trimmer & Climber - Hands-on Field Tech

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

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

EAP

Life & Disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Chillicothe, OH is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to join our field crew. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating tools, and safely handling equipment in variable weather.

You will work at heights, follow safety protocols, load and unload gear, and assist in training new employees. A valid driver's license is preferred; no prior experience required for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Driver's License preferred, but not required.

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.
• 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

Stamina

Height work

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Chillicothe, OH is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to join our field crew. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating tools, and safely handling equipment in variable weather.

You will work at heights, follow safety protocols, load and unload gear, and assist in training new employees. A valid driver's license is preferred; no prior experience required for entry-level applicants.