The Landscape Partners

Crew Member (Tree Climber/Trimmer) - Commercial Landscaping. Trimmer/Climber (Crew Member) is responsible for carrying out basic tree care department-related functions safely and efficiently on assigned properties.. Trimmer/Climber (Crew Member) is an entry-level position designed for individuals with limited Tree Care industry.. Trims and/or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or works from the ground using gasoline, air, and hand-powered saws, pruner, etc.. Must have 1-year Trimmer/Climber Aerial Lift Operating experience.

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** The Landscape Partners, Ltd. - 744** ** Crew Member (Tree Climber/Trimmer) - Commercial Landscaping** Fort Worth, TX 76111 TLP is an Aspen Grove Company. Aspen Grove provides world-class commercial landscape maintenance services to local, regional, and national customers through its network of expert local service providers. We encourage our local teams to maintain their individuality, grow their regional businesses, and focus on providing safe, quality landscape services to their clients. With Aspen Grove, you get the support and resources of a national organization with the personal touch and regional expertise of a local company. **TLP CULTURE** We at TLP work together to ensure we achieve all individual and team goals. Every TLP employee is essential to the companys success and future. TLPs core values include Safety, Client Focus, Destination Workplace, and Innovation. We live and breathe these values to guarantee we never over-promise, but always over-deliver! **COMPENSATION & BENEFITS** * Competitive Hourly Rate * Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) * 401K * PTO * Paid Holidays * Paid Training & Development **POSITION SUMMARY:** Trimmer/Climber (Crew Member) is responsible for carrying out basic tree care department-related functions safely and efficiently on assigned properties. This position will support the crew to deliver a quality job on time. Trimmer/Climber (Crew Member) is an entry-level position designed for individuals with limited Tree Care industry. They will report to the Foreman (Crew Leader) or Operations Manager. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Trims and/or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or works from the ground using gasoline, air, and hand-powered saws, pruner, etc. He/she cuts branches or trunk sections and drops or lowers them to the ground with lines. * Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and splitting logs into manageable pieces. * Sprays stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth. * Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a wood chipper. * Repairs slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming. * Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment. * Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned, and keeps trucks and work area clean and orderly, as well as helps train new employees. * Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors. * 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 truck and at work locations. * Works around hazardous equipment * Works in close proximity to energized power lines * Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, and dust. * Works around excessive noise from machines, chain-saw, wood chippers, and other equipment, with hearing protection. * Work will be performed at varying heights above the ground. * Works on unlevel terrain. * Works will be performed at varying heights while secured. * Works around falling limbs. * Exposure to traffic hazards. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** * Must have 1-year Trimmer/Climber Aerial Lift Operating experience. * Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time. * Must be able to wear necessary PPE as per the task assigned. * Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle. * Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day. * Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e. rain, heat, sun, cold. * Must be able to traverse various terrains. * Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information. * 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. * Must have no fear of heights. * Must have own transportation to and from the show-up location. * Must be able to lift, move and maneuver heavy weights up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, but up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis. * Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. Subject to call out work. * Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools. * Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment. * Must have good hand-to-eye coordination. * Must have transportation to and from the start-up location. * A valid CDL is a plus. **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** **Key:** Rarely = less than 10% Occasionally = up to 33% Frequently = up to 66% Continuously = 67% to 100% **Rarely: S**itting**,** Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs **Occasionally:** Stooping, Squatting, Climbing on/off truck, Reading, Pushing Climbing Ladders, Lifting up to 50 lbs. **Frequently:** Walking, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Hearing Speech Range, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Climbing Ladders, Lifting up to 10 lbs. **Continuously:** Standing, Sense of Touch, Seeing Distant, Climbing, Gripping, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Depth Perception, Lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.

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