Reports to Crew Leader

The Groundsman works alongside a 2 to 4-person crew assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, stump grinding, wood chipper operations, and other tree care operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports to work each day prepared and punctually
• Assists crew daily with vehicle and equipment preparation
• Safely operates chipping equipment, feeding limbs and brush into machines
• Loads and unloads trucks and chippers with logs, brush, and debris
• Perform various tree and shrub pruning and reduction techniques
• Follows order from Crew Leader and Climber
• Maintains equipment by cleaning, sharpening, and lubricating
• Executes recommendations of Arborist Account Managers in pruning, removing, or reducing for clients
• Use roping and rigging devices safely in trimming and removal operations
• Operates spyder lifts, boom trucks, loaders, power saws, and other necessary equipment and tools
• Administer emergency rescue techniques including but not limited to aerial rescue and first aid procedures
• Adheres to Safety Cultures and other related rules and regulations
• Follows ANSI Standards for proper tree care operations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong ability to work independently and in a group
• Excellent ability to present a professional image
• Ability to learn aerial lift operations
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately
• Ability to understand and nurture safe tree care practice
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if necessary

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
• Pass DOT CFR-49 physical exam, if required
• Previous experience preferred; completion of on-the-job training required
• Valid Driver's License with no major delinquencies in the past 5 years
• Experience driving a forestry or bucket truck is preferred
• Valid CDL-B is preferred
• ISA Certified Arborist is preferred
• Forestry or Horticulture Degree preferred
• EHAP certified preferred
• First Aid and CPR qualified is preferred
• Other tree-related certifications is preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds for extended periods of time
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to quickly remove themselves from potential danger
• Must be able to pull up to 70 pounds
• Must be able to work in all types of weather and at extreme temperatures
• May be exposed to higher-than-average risk of work-related injuries and illnesses from exposure to dangerous working conditions, machinery, and heights