Groundsperson - Alburgh, VT

Xylem Tree Experts•Alburgh, VT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Always follow and help enforce safe practice and rules. This is a full-time position. Specific hours will be assigned by your supervisor. The Groundsperson may be required to work overtime and/or weekends. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999. As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
Valid Driver’s license required.
CDL preferred.
This position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
Must meet I-9 requirements.

Responsibilities

Works from the ground to keep work area clear of debris using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gasoline-powered equipment to cut brush and trees.
Define staging areas.
Setting up and breaking down material, tools, and equipment as required.
Prepare and feed brush into woodchipper.
Loading and unloading trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris
Operating various trucks and equipment as assigned.
Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment.
Tying knots, rope breaks, and speed lines according to industry standard.
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.