Groundperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company•Lancaster, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Tree Care Groundperson to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Requirements

Love of the outdoors
Valid Driver's license (ability to get DOT med card upon hire)
Previous experience operating stump grinders, excavation equipment and more
Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Relevant tree care experience and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Responsibilities

Assist the climbers, foreman, and other crew members.
Performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
Operate power tools, tractors, excavation equipment, stump grinders, log trucking equipment and more.
Assist with clean ups, drive DOT regulated vehicles & with any other general labor task.
Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
Installation of cables, bracing and lightening protection systems.
Removal of hazardous trees.
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
Be part of the most progressive greenspace stewardship team in the industry!

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays
Opportunities for advancement
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
Group Health Plan
Employee referral bonus program
Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
Charitable matching gift program