Tree Trimmer & Climber — Hands-On Field Tech

Asplundh; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life, disability insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for full-time, non-exempt work. You will trim and remove trees, operate equipment, load and unload materials, and assist in training new employees while maintaining safety and efficiency in the field.

The role is entry-level with no prior experience required; pre-employment screening and background checks are part of the process. A driver's license is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Walk, climb and work from ladders at various heights in uneven conditions.
• No fear of heights.
• Good hand-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.
• 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 inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for full-time, non-exempt work. You will trim and remove trees, operate equipment, load and unload materials, and assist in training new employees while maintaining safety and efficiency in the field.

The role is entry-level with no prior experience required; pre-employment screening and background checks are part of the process. A driver's license is preferred but not required.