Groundperson - NTS
About The Position
Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees. Drag, gather, and feed brush into wood chipper. Services vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order. Must be 18 years-of-age or older. Entry-level position, no experience required. Previous experience a plus. Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check. Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally. Works around hazardous equipment. Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, and wood chippers, with hearing protection. Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc. Works on unlevel ground. Works around falling limbs with protection. 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.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years-of-age or older.
- Entry-level position, no experience required.
- Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools
- Be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
- Be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments
- Be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary
- Be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
- Have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain
- Be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day
- Be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience a plus.
- Driver's License Preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
- Drag, gather, and feed brush into wood chipper.
- Services vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
Benefits
- Benefits Available and Vary per position and location
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
