Trimmer/Climber – Xcel - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert Co.; Farmington (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned utility contractor that has been a leader in tree maintenance since 1928! This exciting full-time position involves trimming trees, operating essential equipment, and ensuring safety on the job site. You'll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to keep power flowing for communities across the region. If you're ready to embrace a physically demanding role that offers competitive pay and great benefits, this opportunity is for you. Become part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and excellence in service, where your contributions will make a real difference!

Benefits

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Health Insurance

Paid Training

Union Membership

Safety Equipment Provided

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work at heights and handle physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees and branches safely and efficiently.
• Operate and service tools and equipment required for tree maintenance.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed to protect employees and the public.

Skills

Tree Trimming

Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Manual Dexterity

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Wood Chippers

Hand Tools

Job description

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.

A family-owned and operated corporation headquartered near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Asplundh has grown to employ over 33,000 service professionals throughout the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: $26.15 hourly / Paid Weekly - Direct Deposit

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 wood chipper.
• 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 in 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 Requirements:

• 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.

Pre-Screen:

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

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, 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.

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.