Tree Trimmer & Climber — Hands-On Field Work

Asplundh Careers; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in San Angelo, TX. This full-time, non-exempt hourly role trims and removes trees, operates tools, and handles debris, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will load/unload equipment, assist in training new staff, and coordinate with customers and emergency responders as needed. A high school diploma is preferred; driving license is preferred; pre-employment screening applies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Previous tree-trimming 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 & 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in San Angelo, TX. This full-time, non-exempt hourly role trims and removes trees, operates tools, and handles debris, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will load/unload equipment, assist in training new staff, and coordinate with customers and emergency responders as needed. A high school diploma is preferred; driving license is preferred; pre-employment screening applies.