Trimmer Climber-NON-UNION

Trees Llc; Newport; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Newport, UK, is seeking a Trimmer Climber to perform tree trimming and removal duties. This is a full-time, entry-level position with no prior experience necessary. Candidates must be able to work at heights and possess good hand-to-eye coordination. The role involves operating equipment and ensuring safety in work areas. Competitive hourly pay is offered, ranging from $22.00 to $25.00.

Benefits

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• No fear of heights required.

Responsibilities

• Trims and removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operates and services all required tools and equipment.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards.

Skills

Good hand-to-eye coordination

Ability to work at heights

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Job details

• Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt
• Pay: Competitive, Hourly
• Benefits: Company-sponsored Retirement Plan; Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision); Employee Assistance Program; Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

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 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.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• 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 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 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

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.

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