Tree Trimmer - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Escanaba (MI); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Union retirement plans

Health Insurance

HRA Card

EAP

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Asplundh Tree Expert Co in Michigan is seeking a Trimmer/Climber for a full-time, non-exempt role. The position offers hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Responsibilities include tree trimming, equipment operation, debris management, and safety-focused teamwork with crews and the public. A valid driver's license is required and pre-employment screening may apply.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Previous tree-trimming experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Trims and removes trees, branches, and trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
• Loads/unloads trucks and feeds brush into woodchipper.
• Relays hand signals and directs traffic.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in the work area.
• Maintains equipment and work areas.

Conocimientos

Physical stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Safety-minded

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

No experience required

Descripción del empleo

Description

Trimmer/Climber

Job Type

• Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay

• Competitive, Hourly

Benefits

• 2 Union Retirement Plans
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• HRA Card (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays.

Essential Functions & 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.

Minimum 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.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous experience is a plus.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications

• A Driver's License is required.

Physical Requirements

• RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.