Trimmer/Climber - Union - NTS
Nelson Tree Service, Llc
Trims and removes trees, operates equipment, and performs related site work.
2 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Germantown, WI
Field
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Utility Line Clearance
Emergency Storm Response
Right of Way Vegetation Management
Sector Specialisms
Utilities
Energy
Electric Co-ops
Municipal-owned utilities
Municipalities
Transmission line clearance
Distribution line clearance
Right-of-way vegetation management
Role
What you would be doing
tool operation
equipment inspection
barrier setup
debris cutting
tree trimming
spray treatment
- Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
- Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
- Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations.
- Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways.
- Feeds brush & debris into wood chipper.
- Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
- Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
- Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
- Loads/unloads trucks.
- Assists training new employees.
- Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment.
- Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
- Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
- Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
- Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections
- Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
What you bring
driver license
high school
own transport
rescue training
union membership
physical labor
- Driver License Preferred, but not required.
- FREQUENT(up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, Lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
- Previous experience a plus.
- Must have own transportation to and from the show up location.
- 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.
- RARE(less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
- Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
- All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
- Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.
- 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
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- OCCASIONAL(up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
- Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
- Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.
- Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship provided for this role.
- pre-employment drug screening required.
- background check required.
- motor vehicle record (mvr) check may be required.
Company
Overview
- Founded with a passion for tree care and environmental stewardship, Nelson Tree Service has grown into a trusted leader in the industry.
- Specializing in tree trimming, removal, and emergency services, the company has served a wide array of sectors, from residential homes to large-scale commercial and government contracts.
- With decades of experience, Nelson Tree Service has built a reputation for reliability, safety, and quality workmanship.
- The company operates with cutting-edge equipment and a skilled team, ensuring each project, from routine maintenance to complex removals, is handled efficiently.
- Notable for their commitment to responsive, 24/7 emergency services, Nelson Tree Service is a go-to provider for urgent situations.
- With a strong presence across various regions, Nelson Tree Service serves both urban landscapes and rural areas, meeting diverse needs.
Top Rated
Vegetation Management Specialists
Recognized as the most well-trained vegetation management specialists in the United States.
- Safety is Fundamental
- Team Work Wins
- Provide a relentless effort
- Ambassadors for the utilities we serve
- Culture of excellence
- Comprehensive customer service training
- Positive work environment
- Use of proprietary TRACS© tracking for efficiency and productivity
- No public net‑zero target or date disclosed
- Commitment to optimizing efficiency and productivity via proprietary software (TRACS©)
- Use of data collection, GPS and remote technology to reduce waste and improve scheduling
- Right‑of‑way vegetation management to maintain infrastructure reliability and reduce wildfire/power‑outage risk
- Storm response capability helps minimize environmental harm from downed trees and outages
- No DEI strategy, goals or gender statistics publicly disclosed
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