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Trimmer/Climber - Union Driver License Required/CDL Preferred - NTS
Trimmer/Climber - Union Driver License Required/CDL Preferred - NTSAsplundh Tree Expert • Sturbridge, MA, US
Trimmer / Climber - Union Driver License Required / CDL Preferred - NTS

Trimmer / Climber - Union Driver License Required / CDL Preferred - NTS

Asplundh Tree Expert • Sturbridge, MA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

Job Title : Trimmer / Climber

Job Type :  Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay : Competitive, Hourly

Benefits :

  • Benefits Available and Vary per position and location

Essential 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 wood chipper.
  • Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.
  • Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Entry-level position, no experience required.
  • Previous experience 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 :

  • Valid driver's license required / CDL Preferred
  • Travel Requirements :

  • Must have own transportation to and from the show up location.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • RARE  (less than 10%) : Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
  • OCCASIONAL  (up to 33%) : Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On / Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
  • FREQUENT  (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, Walking
  • CONTINUOUS  (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 Touch
  • Safety

    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, 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.

    Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066 . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

    Benefits

    We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

    Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Please note :

  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
  • Notice to Agencies : We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment / staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

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