Tree Trimmer & Climber — Weekly Pay & Full Benefits

Utilities Service, LLC; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Paid vacation and holidays

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Retirement benefits

Safety training & CPR

Tools provided

FMLA and disability benefits

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim, top, and reshape trees to provide clearance for utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role requires operating tools and performing tree rescues while maintaining safety and teamwork across sites.

Qualified candidates will be able to work outdoors in varying weather, pass pre-employment screening, and may join a local union. Training provided, with competitive benefits.

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, various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces while handling equipment.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.

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.
• Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment.
• Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Climbing

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Trimmer/Climber to trim, top, and reshape trees to provide clearance for utility powerlines. This full-time, non-exempt role requires operating tools and performing tree rescues while maintaining safety and teamwork across sites.

Qualified candidates will be able to work outdoors in varying weather, pass pre-employment screening, and may join a local union. Training provided, with competitive benefits.