Apprentice - Trimmer/Climber Trainee - Union - ATE - Willow Grove, United States - Asplundh Tree Expert Co

    Asplundh Tree Expert Co
    Asplundh Tree Expert Co Willow Grove, United States

    1 month ago

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    Full time
    Description
    Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
    • Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and stumps of larger trees.
    • Gathers and feeds brush into a wood chipper.
    • Responsible for temporary traffic control and equipment (cones, signs and flagging).
    • Ensures the safety of self and others by following company safety policies
    • Adheres to Region Policy Manual
    • Applies herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal to treat remote areas.
    • Services/maintains neat, clean, and mechanical order of truck, chipper, and other equipment.
    • Responsible for daily inventory on truck.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Must be 18 years of age or older.
    • Able to work scheduled work hours.
    • Can obtain:
      • written CDL permit within 4 weeks of hire date;
      • Valid CDL within 120 days of hire date;
      • Herbicide license within 120 days of hire date.
    • Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays and weekends.
    • Willing to pay union dues.

    Education & Experience

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

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