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ASPLUNDH TREE SERVICE Trimmer/Climber in Cortez, Colorado
Trimmer/Climber
Duties: 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.
Requirements: Entry-level position, no experience required.
Other Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older. Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check. A driver's license is preferred. Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods of time. 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. Previous experience is a plus.
Wage: $31,000 a year; paid weekly
Shifts: Full time position
Job Site: Montezuma County
Benefits: Safety First culture Industry-leading training and equipment Career advancement opportunities across the country Job stability no matter the economic climate Competitive benefits Opportunity to advance in the company Company-sponsored Retirement Plan Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) Employee Assistance Program Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
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