Tree Trimmer & Climber — Health Insurance + Retirement

Trees, LLC; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Benson, NC, is hiring for a Trimmer/Climber. This full-time, non-exempt position involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe, efficient work with heavy machinery.

Ideal candidates are prepared for physical work, heights, and varied weather. Training and pre-employment screening may apply; strong safety awareness is essential for protecting crews and the public.

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.
• 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.

Skills

No fear of heights

Work at heights

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Benson, NC, is hiring for a Trimmer/Climber. This full-time, non-exempt position involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe, efficient work with heavy machinery.

Ideal candidates are prepared for physical work, heights, and varied weather. Training and pre-employment screening may apply; strong safety awareness is essential for protecting crews and the public.