Trimmer/Climber

Colorado Springs CO

Description

Job description The Largest Tree Company in The World is Now Hiring! Are you looking for a new opportunity with a solid nationwide company that offers competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you! Begin your new career with Asplundh: Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is now searching for new team members at entry level “Trimmer/Climber” positions to join our team. You will become trained through our industry leading, in-field (bi-lingual) study program, on various job duties ranging from ground-trimming, climbing, bucket operations, tree felling, and specialized equipment. We train you to become a qualified Utility Line Clearance Tree Worker! Starting annual salary in Colorado can range from $26k - $45k depending on experience, full-time (year-round), and PAID WEEKLY! 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. Perks of the Job: Hiring at entry level with no experience needed and on the job training Paid weekly Outstanding growth and career advancement opportunities Competitive health/benefit packages including sick pay 401(k) matching All major holidays paid after 90 days Life, Long-Term/Short-Term Disability Insurance Typical work week: Monday - Thursday (10hr days) - 40hr week and 3-day weekend Overtime opportunities available throughout the year Local and travel positions (with per diem) available You will be trained and certified in First Aid & CPR Employee Assistance Program offered CDL certification opportunities available and paid by the company Minimum Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age Must be eligible to work in the United States Must have a valid driver’s license Must be willing to work outside in various weather conditions Must commit to working 40 hours per week Must have reliable means of transportation to arrive on time daily Must be able to wear necessary PPE as per task assigned Must be willing and available to respond to storm work duties Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check Typical Job Duties and Responsibilities: Jobsite and work area management Temporary traffic control and public safety Spotting and working in a team environment Inspects all tools and equipment before use Dragging and chipping brush into a woodchipper Operates hand and power tools including gas powered chain saws Tree trimming and removals using proper techniques which meet utility best practice standards Perform routine line clearance maintenance, hazard tree/fire mitigation, and storm work Works around hazardous equipment and electrical conductors Team members are trained and required to comply with OSHA and ANSI regulatory standards along with all Company safety policies and procedures