Tree Trimmer & Climber — Health, Retirement & Benefits

Asplundh Careers; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, disability insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin. The role involves trimming/removing trees, operating and maintaining tools, and performing related duties in outdoor environments.

The position is full-time, non-exempt with hourly pay. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, and additional programs. No prior experience required for entry-level applicants; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Walk, climb, and work from ladders or at various heights on uneven surfaces.
• No fear of heights.
• 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.
• 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 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

Must be 18 years or older

No fear of heights

Good hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin. The role involves trimming/removing trees, operating and maintaining tools, and performing related duties in outdoor environments.

The position is full-time, non-exempt with hourly pay. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, and additional programs. No prior experience required for entry-level applicants; on-the-job training provided.