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Trimmer/Climber Xcel - Union
$54,392 - $54,392/Yr
Asplundh Tree Experts - Columbia Heights, MN
posted 3 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Columbia Heights, MN
10,001+ employees
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Trimmer/Climber position at Asplundh involves performing essential tree trimming and removal tasks to ensure safe and efficient line clearance services for the utility industry. This role requires physical stamina, coordination, and the ability to work in various weather conditions while operating specialized equipment. The position is full-time and offers competitive wages along with a range of benefits.
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.
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 at various heights
- Able to work on uneven and slippery surfaces
- Able to perform mentally and physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions
- Able to work with hands above head for extended periods
- Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues
- Driver's license required.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid weekly via direct deposit
- Variety of benefit options based on tenure, position, and work location
