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Asplundh Tree Expert Co.

Trimmer/Climber - ATE (Deadline to apply 10/06/24)

Asplundh Tree Expert Co., Monte Vista, Colorado, United States, 81144


Trimmer/Climber - ATE (Deadline to apply 10/06/24)

Job Title: Trimmer/Climber

We are hiring Entry-level and Skilled Trimmers and Climbers. On-the-job training is provided. The perfect opportunity to build a career in the Line Clearance industry. If you enjoy the great outdoors, this position is tailor-made for you.Our team of tree trimmers and climbers is on the lookout for bold individuals who love to work in all-weather elements. Wind, rain, sunshine, or snow - we tackle them all! Our crews trim, top, and reshape trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.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 for 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.Job Type:

Full-Time +, Non-ExemptPay:

Starting hourly wage at $15.75 depending on experience and paid weekly!Company-sponsored Retirement PlanHealth Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)Employee Assistance ProgramLife, long-term/short-term disability insuranceEssential Functions & 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.Minimum Qualifications:

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, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.No fear of heights.Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Previous experience is a plus.Pre-Screen:

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

A Driver's License is Preferred, but not required.Physical Requirements:

RARE

(less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing StairsOCCASIONAL

(up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, ReadingFREQUENT

(up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, WalkingCONTINUOUS

(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, Sense of TouchSafety:

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 of time, 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 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:

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