Groundsperson - Charlottesville, VA

Xylem Tree Experts • Charlottesville, VA

6h

About The Position

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground, including clearing brush and trees as directed and cleaning up job sites. The role involves using hand tools and gas-powered chain saws, handling logs and debris, operating a brush chipper, assisting with traffic control, and maintaining assigned trucks and equipment. Groundspersons have no direct reports. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen as required for the job. The role may involve travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Requirements

• A driver's license is required; a license must be maintained if hired for a driving position.
• Physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs and use chain saws and pruners on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to comprehend verbal job instructions and information.
• Ability to maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Ability to communicate with others.
• Endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Ability 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

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

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep the work area clear of debris and orderly.
• Work from the ground to clear undergrowth from rights-of-way using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, hand 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 take down road signs as directed.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.
• Drive a truck 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 around the work area by enforcing safe work practices, maintaining an orderly work area, and communicating frequently by voice with co-workers.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental health insurance benefits.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Paid time off eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position; details are provided during hiring and may vary for union hires.

What This Job Offers

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