Tree Trimmer & Climber - Health Benefits & Retirement Plan

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Bainbridge Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate and service tools, and handle debris in a safe, efficient manner. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with an hourly pay structure.

Responsibilities include loading trucks, guiding traffic when needed, performing equipment maintenance, and assisting in training new staff. Strong emphasis on safety and teamwork in demanding outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous 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.

Skills

Climbing

Stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tree trimming tools

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate and service tools, and handle debris in a safe, efficient manner. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with an hourly pay structure.

Responsibilities include loading trucks, guiding traffic when needed, performing equipment maintenance, and assisting in training new staff. Strong emphasis on safety and teamwork in demanding outdoor conditions.