Asplundh Tree Experts - Fremont, OH
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Fremont, OH
10,001+ employees
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Trimmer/Climber position at Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is an entry-level role that offers on-the-job training for individuals interested in building a career in the Line Clearance industry. This position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions to trim, top, and reshape trees, ensuring clearance for utility powerlines. The role is ideal for those who enjoy physical work and are not afraid of heights, as it requires climbing and operating specialized equipment.
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 and feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
- Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
- 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.
- Inspects and maintains proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
- Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
Requirements
- 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.
- No fear of heights.
- Good hand-to-eye coordination is required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience in tree trimming or climbing is a plus.
- A valid Driver's License is preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
