Groundperson | CDL Required
Davey Tree Expert•Richmond, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is hiring a CDL Groundperson to support utility line clearance crews. This is an on-site position in Richmond, Virginia. The role supports tree workers and other crew members, assists with traffic control, and helps process and clean up brush and wood at job sites. Travel expectations are up to 25%.
Requirements
- A commercial driver's license with an airbrake endorsement is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Pesticide license if required by state law.
- Herbicide license is a plus.
- Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
- ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain it.
Responsibilities
- Support crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs, and people working aloft.
- Supply tools to tree workers.
- Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed using warning devices and other methods.
- Cut, chip, and load brush and wood, and properly clean up job sites.
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists and 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
