Grounds Person

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care•North Haledon, NJ

1d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader. This role involves assisting in specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing, and safely operating equipment. The Grounds Person will participate in all job site safety briefings and perform proper felling, limbing, and bucking techniques with a chainsaw. Responsibilities also include ground pruning with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques, and knowledge of standard knots. Additionally, the role assists with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties, as well as job site setup and cleanup.

Requirements

Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.
Ability to operate chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder and log mover.
Knowledge of industry standard rigging techniques and knots
Ability to lift 50lbs and occasionally 80-100lbs with assistance
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Previous industry experience is desired, but willing to train right candidate.
Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species is desired.
CDL preferred.
Bi-lingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
Safely operate equipment.
Participate in all job site safety briefings.
Perform proper felling, limbing and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.
Perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques and knowledge of standard knots.
Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
Perform ground duties such as job site set up and clean up as required.