Tree Trimmer & Climber - Health, Retirement & Benefits

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Florida. This full-time, non-exempt role covers trimming/removing trees, operating and servicing equipment, loading trucks, and assisting training. The position emphasizes safety, cooperation with the public, and correct traffic control.

Candidates should be physically fit, able to work at heights, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior treework is a plus.

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

Hand-eye coordination

Balance and agility

Ability to work at heights

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Florida. This full-time, non-exempt role covers trimming/removing trees, operating and servicing equipment, loading trucks, and assisting training. The position emphasizes safety, cooperation with the public, and correct traffic control.

Candidates should be physically fit, able to work at heights, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior treework is a plus.