Groundsperson - Walterboro, SC

Xylem Tree Experts • Walterboro, SC

18h

About The Position

The Groundsperson works from the ground to keep the work area clear of debris and support vegetation management operations. The role uses hand tools and gasoline-powered equipment to cut brush and trees, prepares and feeds brush into a woodchipper, and loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris. The employee sets up staging areas and handles the setup and breakdown of materials, tools, and equipment.

The Groundsperson may operate assigned trucks and equipment, perform basic maintenance, keep assigned equipment neat and orderly, and report the need for major repairs. The position also involves tying knots, rope breaks, and speed lines to industry standards, safeguarding employees and the public from hazards, and flagging traffic to help prevent injury. This is a full-time position; specific hours are assigned by the supervisor. Long hours and overtime may be required during emergencies, and overtime and/or weekend work may also be required.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep the work area clear of debris using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gasoline-powered equipment to cut brush and trees.
• Define staging areas.
• Set up and break down materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Prepare and feed brush into a woodchipper.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris.
• Operate various trucks and equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment, keep assigned equipment neat and orderly, and report the need for major repairs.
• Tie knots, rope breaks, and speed lines according to industry standards.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401K.
• Paid time off eligibility and accrual, which vary by position and employment circumstances.
• Additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other applicable forms of compensation, depending on the position and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED