Tree Trimmer & Climber - Health Insurance + Retirement

Trees, LLC; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Michigan is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate and service equipment, and maintain safe, organized work sites.

You will load/unload trucks, set up barriers, assist in training new staff, and ensure tools and vehicles are well-maintained. This is a full-time, non-exempt role requiring physical stamina and the ability to work at heights in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces while handling equipment.
• No fear of heights.
• Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

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.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.

Skills

18+ years old

Work at heights

Hand-eye coordination

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position

Previous experience is a plus

Tools

Truck operation

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Michigan is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate and service equipment, and maintain safe, organized work sites.

You will load/unload trucks, set up barriers, assist in training new staff, and ensure tools and vehicles are well-maintained. This is a full-time, non-exempt role requiring physical stamina and the ability to work at heights in various weather conditions.