Tree Trimmer & Climber - Line Clearance Pro

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Wabasha (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid weekly – Direct Deposit

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, Prescriptions

Insurance premiums paid by Company

FMLA and Short term disability

Retirement packages

Prescription safety glasses

All tools provided

DOT Regulated Drug Free Workplace

First Aid & CPR Training

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Minnesota seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops, and reshape trees to keep utility lines clear. You will operate and service equipment, load debris, and assist with training and safety while supporting daily field tasks.

This full-time, non-exempt role offers competitive wages, weekly direct deposit, health benefits, vacation/holidays, and retirement packages. Driver's license required and union participation expected.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No fear of heights.
• Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
• Able to walk, climb, and work from ladders and uneven surfaces under demanding conditions.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.
• Driver's license required.

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 wood chipper.
• Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways.
• 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 area clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Skills

No fear of heights

Excellent hand-to-eye coordination

Walk, climb and work from ladders and

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Willing to join local union

Able to work in various weather

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Tools

Tools provided by company

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Minnesota seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops, and reshape trees to keep utility lines clear. You will operate and service equipment, load debris, and assist with training and safety while supporting daily field tasks.

This full-time, non-exempt role offers competitive wages, weekly direct deposit, health benefits, vacation/holidays, and retirement packages. Driver's license required and union participation expected.