Groundperson
Davey Tree Surgery Co.•Petersburg, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson. This role provides essential support to the climbing crew by managing ropes, limbs, and personnel from aloft, controlling traffic, and handling brush and wood debris. The position involves ensuring proper cleanup of job sites and contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the crew.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Driver’s license required
- Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
- Pesticide license, if required by state law
- Herbicide license a plus
- Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
- ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
Responsibilities
- Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
- Supplying tools for tree workers
- Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
- Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 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
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
