Trimmer/Climber - NTS

Nelson Tree Service, LLC · Charleston, WV · 2 wk ago

On-siteOTHRFull-time

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
Feds brush & debris into wood chipper
Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways
Serviced 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
Affords assistance in 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

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 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

Driver License 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, Sense of Touch

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ 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 on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note: All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check. Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies

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.