Trimmer A (Foreman)

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of Alpine Tree Service team. Alpine Tree Service and Alpine Contracting are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

*We cover all of Michigan and the mid-west region which means all employees must be willing to travel as part of this job description.

As a Trimmer A, your key responsibilities will be as follows:

• Operate bucket and/or chip trucks; secure work area; set up traffic control and job site as needed.
• Working as a team with a 2-3 person crew, managing productivity and working safely.
• Supervision and direction of the crew as necessary;  planning work and instructing crew members.
• Using an aerial bucket, climbing equipment, log loader, chain saw, and other equipment in trimming, pruning, and removing of tree limbs and dead or diseased trees encroaching on power lines.
• Pulls brush from trees as they are being trimmed; collects and drags brush to chipper; operate chipper to removal from site.
• Cleans up site after tree removals or trimming.
• Carefully plans and executes trimming and removal to minimize the probability of damage to property.
• Exercises teamwork as a crew member, watches clearances, assists in securing and roping down branches, watches, and directs traffic as needed, maintains the safety of children and other observers.
• Sprays trees with stump killer to prevent new growth; cleans up site after finishing trimming; hauls away branches, logs, and brush.
• Responds to emergencies after strong storms or high winds to remove trees and branches from energized power lines.
• May contact property owners as needed to explain the trimming to be done, seek approval and resolve concerns and maintain safety of the property.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment operated such as fueling/cleaning, checking oil/fluid levels, lubrications, inspecting tires, etc.
• Performs other work which is consistent with the essential functions of the job.
• Operates and maintains brush/tree grinder.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements:

• CDL A
• Able to travel away from home 4-5 nights per week depending on workload.
• Positive work history.
• Reliable and dependable for assigned duties.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in direct related role.

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly 

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Accidental, Life, LTD/STD Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Travel Pay
• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Upon offer, employees are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check and/or MVR check.

Expectations to be met upon 90-day anniversary:

• Reliable and on time
• Consistent and effective communication
• Positive contribution to the team
• Continuous improvement
• Safe work record including being able to identify hazards.
• Pre- and post-trip inspection of all assigned equipment
• Completing weekly timecard, and approving your teams (if/when applicable)
• Driving any/all company vehicles safely and abiding all governing laws.
• Able to lift 50 lbs continuously on a daily basis
• Able to skillfully train, operate, and maintain skid steer mover, bucket truck, chainsaw, chipper, and all related equipment.

Salary : $25