Tree Trimmer & Climber - Health Benefits Included

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for full-time, non-exempt work. You will trim and remove trees, operate tools, and support crews in maintaining safety and efficiency in the field.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work at heights, and good hand-eye coordination. We offer competitive hourly pay, health/dental/vision coverage, EAP, and a company-sponsored retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no prior experience required.
• Previous experience in tree trimming 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.
• 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

Hand-eye coordination

Balance and coordination

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience in tree trimming (preferred)

Tools

Driver's License (Preferred)

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for full-time, non-exempt work. You will trim and remove trees, operate tools, and support crews in maintaining safety and efficiency in the field.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work at heights, and good hand-eye coordination. We offer competitive hourly pay, health/dental/vision coverage, EAP, and a company-sponsored retirement plan.