Tree Trimmer & Climber — Practical Field Role with Benefits

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming and removal duties in outdoor settings. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly pay and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, EAP, and disability coverage.

Training will be provided; candidates should be able to work at heights and lift heavy loads, outdoors in all weather. Responsibilities include operating tools, loading trucks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• No fear of heights; comfortable climbing and using ladders.
• Willingness to learn and train on operating tools.

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.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards.
• 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.

Skills

Height tolerance

Hand-eye coordination

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming and removal duties in outdoor settings. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly pay and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, EAP, and disability coverage.

Training will be provided; candidates should be able to work at heights and lift heavy loads, outdoors in all weather. Responsibilities include operating tools, loading trucks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring