Trimmer​/Climber - NTS

Description

Job Title:

Trimmer/Climber

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay:
Competitive, Hourly

• 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

• 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

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

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check

• Driver License Required

• Must have own transportation to and from the show up location

• 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 is essential due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry. Candidates must be able to work with or around hazardous equipment, maintain attention and concentration, endure varied weather, wear personal protective equipment, and communicate effectively. All roles may require the ability to pass pre-employment checks and adhere to safety protocols.

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

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support 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, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check. We do not sponsor work authorization in the U.S. for this position unless otherwise noted.

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.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other | Industries:
Utilities

Location note:
Beavercreek, OH