Trimmer A - No CDL - Union

Asplundh Careers; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Careers is seeking entry-level and skilled Trimmers and Climbers in a full-time, non-exempt role. The job involves trimming, toping, and reshaping trees to provide clearance for utility powerlines, with on-the-job training provided.

Work is outdoors in all weather conditions. You will operate tools, assist in training, and help maintain equipment and work areas while supporting crew safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Walk, climb, and work from ladders or various heights on uneven surfaces.
• No fear of heights and good hand-eye coordination.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operates and services all required tools/equipment.
• Cleans up debris and loads into trucks, assists in-site maintenance.
• Relays signals, directs traffic, and ensures safety of crew and public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue and assist training of new employees.

Skills

Physical fitness

Stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Description

Trimmer/Climber

We are hiring Entry-level and Skilled Trimmers and Climbers. On-the-job training is provided. The perfect opportunity to build a career in the Line Clearance industry. If you enjoy the great outdoors, this position is tailor‑made for you.

Our team of tree trimmers and climbers is on the lookout for bold individuals who love to work in all-weather elements. Wind, rain, sunshine, or snow – we tackle them all! If you want to experience the world from a tree's perspective, this is the job for you.

Our crews trim, top, and reshape trees to remove low‑hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.

Job Type

• Full‑Time +, Non‑Exempt

Pay

• Competitive, Hourly

Benefits

• Company‑sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long‑term/short‑term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operates and services 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 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.

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.