Tree Trimmer - Killeen, TX (Fort Hood)

Schedule

Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Health & Welfare
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Position Summary

The Tree Trimmer Technician will maintain trees and shrubs to improve appearance, health, and value of trees and to maintain access to utilities, roads, and sidewalks.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the appropriate maintenance of trees and shrubs as specified in contract and/or Statement of Work in a deadline‑focused environment, balancing multiple projects and addressing changing priorities.
• Assist with creation and execution of project work plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Manage smaller‑scale projects, including scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring compliance with governance and contractual documents.
• Minimize project exposure to risks by creating, implementing, and tracking mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Conduct, monitor, and schedule urban tree asset mapping, reporting, crowdsourcing, and other maintenance tracking to update tree inspection, inventory of work completed, and work history.
• Perform, assign, and/or supervise tree crews while conducting residential and commercial tree pruning and removals in accordance with ANSI and company standards.
• Ensure each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated assignment.
• Operate an aerial lift and/or bucket truck when necessary.
• Supervise tree crews as they trim and/or remove trees by climbing with ladders, safety belts, climbing lines, powered trimmer lifts, or work from the ground using gasoline, air, and hand‑powered saws, pruners, etc.
• Cut branches or trunk sections and safely lower them to the ground with lines.
• Apply appropriate rigging and lowering skills to perform pruning/removals safely.
• Perform supplemental support (cabling/bracing) techniques according to ANSI standards.
• Use wedges, sledges, and chainsaws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and splitting logs into manageable pieces.
• Spray stumps and brush with hand‑spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load/unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feed brush into a wood chipper.
• Repair minor damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming.
• Service gasoline, air, and hand‑powered tools and other equipment as needed.
• Relay hand‑signals, direct traffic, drive and operate trucks and equipment, keep trucks and work area clear and orderly, and help train new employees.
• Be responsible for daily production goals and safety procedures of the crew.
• Oversee and safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area; cooperate with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and the public.
• Inspect and ensure proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other equipment; request repair or replacement when necessary.
• Perform other related work as assigned by the Project Manager or superiors.

Work Environment

Work is performed in accordance with industry safety standards and company policies. The role involves exposure to hazardous equipment, falling tree limbs, traffic hazards, and energized power lines. Employees work in all temperatures and weather conditions, encountering irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, and excessive noise from machinery such as chainsaws and wood chippers (hearing protection required). Work is performed at varying heights (while secured) above ground and on uneven terrain.

Qualifications and Requirements

• More than 5 years of related supervisory experience.
• Prior experience working safely and productively with a tree crew.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for assigned tasks.
• Ability to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Physical ability to complete essential job functions, including lifting and moving heavy weights (up to 50 lb infrequently, up to 10 lb frequently).
• Ability to withstand exposure to all weather conditions and various terrains.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check per regional guidelines.
• Pass a pre‑employment drug test.

Education, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• TRDI hires many individuals with and without disabilities, especially those transitioning out of the Armed Services.