Union Tree Trimmer & Climber - Local Pay & Benefits

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Grundy (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Union benefits package

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is seeking a Tree Trimmer (Union) in Renton, WA. This full-time, non-exempt role offers hourly pay with a comprehensive union benefits package and prerequisites including 18+ years, ability to work at heights, and adherence to safety protocols.

You will operate, maintain, and service tree-trimming equipment, loadwork, and support crews while safeguarding teams and the public. Pre-employment checks may apply; driver’s license preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces while handling equipment or material.
• No fear of heights.
• Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.
• Must have a minimum of 4000 hours of previous line clearance tree trimming expierience.

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.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

No fear of heights

Able to lift 50 lbs

Height work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4000 hours line clearance experience

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is seeking a Tree Trimmer (Union) in Renton, WA. This full-time, non-exempt role offers hourly pay with a comprehensive union benefits package and prerequisites including 18+ years, ability to work at heights, and adherence to safety protocols.

You will operate, maintain, and service tree-trimming equipment, loadwork, and support crews while safeguarding teams and the public. Pre-employment checks may apply; driver’s license preferred but not required.