TRIMMER / CLIMBER-UNION - (DEADLINE TO APPLY 02 / 27 / 25)

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to maintaining the beauty and safety of our environment. This role involves hands-on work in tree trimming and removal, ensuring public safety while operating essential equipment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, working in various weather conditions and terrains. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a great opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for nature, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical / Dental / Vision)

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to operate chainsaws and woodchippers safely and effectively.
• Physical stamina to perform demanding tasks in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Trims and removes trees and branches safely.
• Operates and services required tools and equipment.
• Maintains safety protocols around hazardous equipment.

Skills

Tree Trimming

Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Woodchippers

Hand Tools

Job description

• Starting hourly wage at $20.69 and paid weekly.

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.
• 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.
• 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

Safety :

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance / coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written / verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

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.

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.

Notice to Agencies : We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment / staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.