Tree Trimmer - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 Union Retirement Plans

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

HRA Card (Health Reimbursement Arr)*

Employee Assistance Program.

Paid Vacation

10 Paid Holidays.

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co in Houghton, MI is seeking a Tree Trimmer/Climber for full-time, non-exempt work. The role requires operating tools and equipment, trimming and removing trees, and assisting in safety and traffic control during job sites.

You will work with a team to load/unload trucks, maintain equipment, and support in training new employees while upholding safety standards. Union benefits and paid holidays are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Trim and/or remove trees, branches, and trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
• Load/unload trucks and feed brush into a woodchipper.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, and drives/operates trucks as assigned.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clean and orderly; safeguard employees and the public.

Skills

Work at heights

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Tree Trimmer - Union

Brand: Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Location: Houghton, MI, United States

Date Posted: Feb 9, 2026

Requisition Number: 708

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.

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.