Trimmer A (Foreman) - CDL Required

Alpine Tree Service; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Paid Time Off

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan w/ E

Accidental, Life, LTD/STD Insurance

Job summary

Alpine Tree Service in Michigan seeks a Trimmer A with 3-5 years of Tree Service experience to join our crew. You will travel with the crew to job sites, supervise, and assist in trimming and removal of tree limbs near power lines.

A CDL is required, and you will operate equipment such as bucket trucks and chippers while ensuring public safety. Responsibilities include leading crew members, planning work, and communicating with property owners as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years tree service experience.
• Able to supervise crew and plan work.
• CDL is required.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in trimming and removal.
• Responsible for safety and public safety during operations.

Responsibilities

• Travel with crew to supervise and engage in production at various locations.
• Drive trucks to job sites, secure work area, barricade traffic as needed; CDL required.
• Lead crew; supervise and direct, plan work and instruct crew members.
• Operate aerial bucket, pruning equipment, chain saw, and other equipment for trimming and removal of tree limbs near hazards.
• Pull brush and chip brush; collect, drag, or chip debris.
• Clean up site after removal and trimming.
• Plan and execute trimming to minimize property damage; maintain safety of the public.
• Work as part of crew; maintain teamwork and safety; assist in traffic control.
• Clear and haul branches/logs; ensure site is left clean.
• May contact property owners to explain trimming and obtain approvals when needed.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

CDL

Crew leadership

Tree trimming

Chipper operation

Bucket truck operation

Chainsaw

Public safety

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Job description

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Team Alpine. Alpine Tree Service and Alpine Contracting are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a Trimmer A (3-5 years Tree Service required), your key responsibilities are as follows:

• Travel with crew to supervise and engage in production at various locations.
• Drives trucks to assigned job sites, secures work area, barricades traffic as needed. (A CDL REQUIRED for this position)
• Works as crew leader; assumes supervision and direction of the crew as necessary, planning work and instructing crew members.
• Uses an aerial bucket, climbing equipment, chain saw, and other equipment in trimming, pruning, and removing of tree limbs and dead or diseased trees encroaching on power lines or other obstacles.
• Pulls brush from trees as they are being trimmed; collects, drag, or chip brush.
• Cleans up site after tree removal and trimming.
• Carefully plans and executes trimming and removal to minimize the probability of damage to property.
• Exercises teamwork as a crew member, watches clearances, assists in securing and roping down branches, watches, and directs traffic as needed, maintains public safety.
• Cleans up site after finishing trimming; hauls away branches, logs, and brush.
• May contact property owners as needed to explain the trimming to be done, seek approval and resolve concerns and maintain safety of the property.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment operated such as fueling/cleaning, checking oil/fluid levels, lubrication, inspecting tires, etc.
• Performs other work which is consistent with the essential functions of the job.
• Operates and maintains brush/tree chipper.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Accidental, Life, LTD/STD Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off
• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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

Expectations to be met upon 90-day anniversary:

• Reliable and on time
• Consistent and Effective Communication
• Positive contribution to the team
• Continuous improvement
• Safe work record including being able to identify hazards.
• Pre and Post Tripping of Equipment
• Completing Timecards daily and accurately, and approving your teams (if/when applicable)
• Driving any/all company vehicles safely and following all governing laws.
• Lifting 50 lbs continuously
• Skillfully able to train, operate, and maintain skid steer mower, bucket truck, chainsaw, chipper, and all related equipment.