Tree Trimmer & Climber: Health + Retirement + PTO

Trees, Llc; Maxton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber in Maxton, North Carolina. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, and maintaining safe work sites in varied weather and terrain.

The position requires no prior experience, though a high school diploma is preferred and a driver's license is helpful. Training will cover tool maintenance, safety protocols, and site cooperation with emergency services as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no prior 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

No fear of heights

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 Maxton, North Carolina. This full-time, non-exempt role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment, and maintaining safe work sites in varied weather and terrain.

The position requires no prior experience, though a high school diploma is preferred and a driver's license is helpful. Training will cover tool maintenance, safety protocols, and site cooperation with emergency services as needed.