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Outdoor Tree Care Crew Member

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$22 - $40/hr

Want to get paid to work out and master a real trade? We're a fast paced high energy tree company that works Year Round and is looking for hardworking crew members to join our team. If you hate being ...

Valiant

Faller

Kenai, AK · On-site

$25/hr

This position uses chainsaws, axes, and other field equipment to perform tree felling, limbing, bucking, and related site support activities while adhering to all safety requirements, operational ...

Titan,LLC

Landscape Laborer/Foreman

Anchorage, AK

$23 - $35/hr

Plant, tree, and shrub installation * Build/assist with retaining walls and fencing * Execute landscape layouts and project plans * Operate equipment (skid steers, bobcats, mini excavators ...

winn

General Maintenance Technician

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Dig, fill and tamp earth excavations; level grounds using pick, shovel, tamper and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers. * Remove ...

winn

General Maintenance Technician

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Dig, fill and tamp earth excavations; level grounds using pick, shovel, tamper and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers. * Remove ...

winn

General Maintenance Associate

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

Dig, fill and tamp earth excavations; level grounds using pick, shovel, tamper and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers. * Remove ...

winn

General Maintenance Associate

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

Dig, fill and tamp earth excavations; level grounds using pick, shovel, tamper and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers. * Remove ...

winn

Laborer (Fort Wainwright)

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Dig/fill and tamp earth excavations; levels grounds using pick, shovel, tamper, and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers.

winn

Laborer (Fort Wainwright)

Fort Wainwright, AK · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Dig/fill and tamp earth excavations; levels grounds using pick, shovel, tamper, and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers.

Cape Fox Corporation

Data Entry Specialist

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$90K - $92K/yr

Staff analyze family tree history, verify lineage, check for fraud, and ensure eligibility * Conducts periodic audits for accuracy and completeness * Checks compliance with the government tribal ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree in Alaska is $31.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.09 and $35.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsMay include basic horticulture or forestry certificationsTypically requires ISA Certified Arborist credential
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, in parks, forests, urban areasOutdoor, specialized in tree care and maintenance
Industry UsageGeneral term for woody plants and forestrySpecific profession focused on tree health and safety
Common Search IntentGeneral info about treesTree care, pruning, removal, and health assessment

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Jobs that work with trees include arborists, foresters, landscape architects, and tree surgeons. These roles involve planting, maintaining, and removing trees, often requiring knowledge of horticulture, safety procedures, and sometimes certifications such as ISA certification for arborists.

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Tree Trimmer - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Juneau, AK

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Asplundh Tree Expert rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 243 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 19 rated forestry and logging companies

Job description

Trimmer/Climber ***CDL REQUIRED *** ***CPR/AED Certified REQUIRED****

Job Type: 

  • Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: 

  • Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

  • Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

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.
  • Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
  • Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
  • Services 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 areas clear and orderly.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
  • Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
  • Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • 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 trucks 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 is 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:

  • A CDL Driver's License is REQUIRED
  • Current Med Card 
  • CPR/AED Certified

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, 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

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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