Groundsperson / Driver
About The Position
Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm serving the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. The company describes itself as environmentally conscious and TCIA accredited, and values employee professional aspirations, career development, safety, and quality of life. Groundspersons play a pivotal role on tree care crews, primarily assisting climbers and the crew leader with general tree work services. They perform ground duties in support of job assignments, assist with specialized pruning and tree take-downs, and help install cabling and bracing. The role also includes safely operating equipment, participating in job-site safety briefings, and assisting with driving and related vehicle duties. Previous industry experience is desired, but the company is willing to train the right candidate.
Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 80–100 pounds with assistance.
- Valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of pruning techniques, including work on large shade trees and ornamental trees.
- Ability to operate a chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder, and log mover.
- Knowledge of industry-standard rigging techniques and knots.
Nice To Haves
- Previous industry experience is desired, though the employer is willing to train the right candidate.
- Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and their characteristics.
- Commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred.
- Bilingual ability is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform required ground duties in support of job assignments as directed by the crew leader.
- Assist climbers and the crew leader in performing general tree work services.
- Assist with specialized pruning, tree take-downs, and installation of cabling and bracing.
- Safely operate equipment.
- Participate in job-site safety briefings.
- Perform proper felling, limbing, and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.
- Prune from the ground using hand tools and pole saws, and apply approved rigging techniques and standard knots.
- Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
- Perform job-site setup and cleanup as required.
Benefits
- Medical plans with employer contribution.
- Dental plans with employer contribution.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off.
- Competitive compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
