Groundsperson

NGGilbert•Carbondale, PA

13d

About The Position

A Groundsperson prepares job sites; loads and unloads trucks with logs, brush, and debris; services and maintains equipment; directs traffic; and cleans up work sites. The role supports tree crews from the ground by handing tools and heavy materials to crew members. Duties may change with or without notice, and the Company may revise job duties or work schedules as needed.

Requirements

Understand occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Understand basic knots, including Bowline, Blake's Hitch, Taut-Line Hitch, and Clove Hitch.
Hold a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record under Company requirements.
Have knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities.
Demonstrate attention to detail and organizational skills.
Have strong oral and written communication skills.
Be able to problem solve.
Meet all physical requirements of the position.
Pass drug and alcohol screens required by Company policy and, if applicable, DOT regulations.
Be at least 18 years old, or 21 if a CDL is required.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Clear undergrowth from rights-of-way using hand tools or saws.
Clear sites, streets, and grounds of woody and herbaceous materials, including tree stumps, fallen trees, and limbs.
Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from injury.
Use a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and larger stumps.
Gather and feed brush into wood chippers.
Operate controls for winches, booms, and spray equipment.
Follow and give hand, voice, or other signals when operating associated equipment.
Service gasoline-, air-, and hand-powered tools, as well as other tree-related equipment.
Drive and operate trucks and equipment as assigned.
Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; prepare and clean up job sites.
Assist tree crews by working on the ground and handing tools and heavy materials to crew members.