Tree Trimmer & Climber — Outdoor, Full-Time

Trees, LLC; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Job summary

Trees, LLC in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for a full-time, non-exempt position. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and efficiency on job sites.

Perfect for individuals who enjoy outdoor, physical work and teamwork; a High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, and entry-level applicants are welcome. Training and career growth opportunities available.

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, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• No fear of heights.
• Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience 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 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

Ability to climb

Stamina for physical work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Trees, LLC in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for a full-time, non-exempt position. The role involves trimming and removing trees, operating and maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and efficiency on job sites.

Perfect for individuals who enjoy outdoor, physical work and teamwork; a High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, and entry-level applicants are welcome. Training and career growth opportunities available.