Tree Trimmer & Climber - Union Benefits & Competitive Pay

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Union Benefit Package

Accrual of Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate essential tools, and maintain safe work sites in Washington. You will load, unload, and transport gear, assist in training new employees, and coordinate with customers and authorities as needed.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to work at heights, and a strong safety mindset. This non-exempt, full-time position offers union benefits and competitive hourly pay in a collaborative field

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.
• Must have a minimum of 4000 hours of previous line clearance tree trimming expierience.

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

Height tolerance

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Ladders and climbing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Must have a minimum of 4000 hours of previous line clearance tree trimming expierience

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to trim and remove trees, operate essential tools, and maintain safe work sites in Washington. You will load, unload, and transport gear, assist in training new employees, and coordinate with customers and authorities as needed.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to work at heights, and a strong safety mindset. This non-exempt, full-time position offers union benefits and competitive hourly pay in a collaborative field