Tree Trimmer - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Benefits

Medical Benefits

Sick Pay

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a skilled Trimmer/Climber to join our field crew in Washington. This is a full-time, non-exempt position offering competitive hourly pay and Local Union 77 pay rates with a comprehensive benefits package.

You will trim and remove trees, operate and service tools, load and unload trucks, assist in safety and traffic control, and help train new staff. Physical stamina, comfort with heights, and adherence to safety protocols are essential in all weather

Qualifications

• Minimum 4000 hours of line clearance tree trimming experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background, and MVR checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees, branches, and trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
• Load and unload trucks and feed debris into a woodchipper.
• Direct traffic and set up barriers for safety.
• Train new employees and maintain safe work conditions.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Height work

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Woodchipper operation

Job description

Trimmer/Climber

Job Type:

• Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay:

• Competitive, Hourly
• Local Union 77 Pay Rates

Benefits:

• Full Union Benefit Package(Medical, Dental, Vision, NEAP, NEBF)
• Accrual of Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

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

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 4000 hours of previous line clearance tree trimming expierience.

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 Preferred, but not 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.