Tree Trimmer & Climber — Health Benefits Included

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Mountain Grove (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Mountain Grove, MO is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for a full-time, non-exempt role. This position trims and removes trees and branches, climbs and operates equipment, loads debris, and supports crew safety while protecting the public.

Outdoor work in variable weather is expected; a valid driver’s license is required. We offer health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and life and disability coverage as part of a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience climbing/working at heights preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR checks may be 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 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

Work at heights

Physical stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Ladder safety

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Mountain Grove, MO is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for a full-time, non-exempt role. This position trims and removes trees and branches, climbs and operates equipment, loads debris, and supports crew safety while protecting the public.

Outdoor work in variable weather is expected; a valid driver’s license is required. We offer health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and life and disability coverage as part of a competitive benefits package.