Tree Trimmer & Climber — Powerline Clearance

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Monticello (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, dental, vision

Company-paid premiums

FMLA and short-term disability

Retirement plan

Safety glasses provided

Tools provided by company

DOT Drug Free Workplace

First Aid & CPR training

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Monticello, MN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops and reshape trees to remove low-hanging branches and ensure clearance for utility powerlines.

The role is full-time and non-exempt, with hourly pay and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and safety training. Training, uniforms, and tools are provided where needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous experience 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 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, as assigned.
• 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

18+ years old

No fear of heights

Hand-eye coordination

Able to climb and work from ladders

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Monticello, MN is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim, tops and reshape trees to remove low-hanging branches and ensure clearance for utility powerlines.

The role is full-time and non-exempt, with hourly pay and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and safety training. Training, uniforms, and tools are provided where needed.