Groundsperson - Siler City, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Siler City, NC

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About The Position

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground, clearing brush and trees as directed, and cleaning up job sites. The role includes maintaining a safe and orderly work area, handling materials and equipment, assisting with traffic control, and performing basic maintenance on trucks and equipment. Groundspersons have no direct reports. This safety-sensitive position may require travel out of town for storm restoration work and requires passing a background check and drug screen as applicable. The position is full-time and offers medical, vision, and dental insurance, an option to enroll in a 401(k), and paid time off subject to eligibility and accrual rules.

Requirements

• Must possess the physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs and use chain saws and pruners on uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have and maintain a driver's license if hired for a driving position.
• Must be able to understand verbal job instructions and information.
• Must be able to maintain balance on uneven terrain.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Must have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive job.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep the work area clear of debris and orderly.
• Clear undergrowth from rights-of-way using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris, and feed brush into a brush chipper.
• Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.
• Clean up job sites after work is completed.
• Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools, and equipment at the work site.
• Set up and break down road signs as directed.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public.
• Drive trucks or operate other equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment, keep assigned equipment neat and orderly, and report the need for major repairs to the Foreperson.
• Protect employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe work practices, maintaining a clean work area, and staying in frequent voice communication with coworkers.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Option to enroll in a 401(k)
• Paid time off (eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position and may vary for union hires)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed