Trimmer/Climber - Union (Driver License Required) - ATE

Asplundh Tree Expert Co.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Trimmer/Climber to join their team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, trimming and reshaping trees while ensuring safety and efficiency. You will be part of a family-owned company with a rich history in utility services, providing essential vegetation management across various sectors. If you thrive in a physically demanding role and enjoy working as part of a team, this might be the perfect fit for you. Join a company that values your contributions and offers competitive wages and benefits while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Paid training

Union membership opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver's license.
• No fear of heights and excellent hand-eye coordination required.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees, branches, and trunk sections safely.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment effectively.
• Safeguard public and coworkers from hazards during work.

Skills

Tree Trimming

Climbing

Equipment Operation

Hazard Awareness

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Woodchippers

Hand Tools

Job description

Trimmer/Climber - Union (Driver License Required) - ATE

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC - 623
Washington, PA 15301

Job Title: Trimmer/Climber (DL Required)

This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.

Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient and innovative line clearance services to the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

• Available Benefit options vary based on tenure, position, and work location.

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

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 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 area clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assists training new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement when necessary.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.
• Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No fear of heights.
• Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
• Able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's license required.

Travel Requirements:

• Must have own transportation to and from the show-up location.

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, Reading, 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

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, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary.

About Us:

As a full-service utility contractor, Asplundh performs tree pruning and removals, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides and emergency storm work and logistical support.

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accessibility:

Equal Opportunity Employer.