CDL Groundsperson -Port Vincent, LA

Xylem Tree Experts • Port Vincent, LA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing ground-based work, including clearing brush and trees as directed and cleaning up job sites. The position involves working outdoors in varying weather and uneven terrain, using hand and power tools, loading and feeding brush into a chipper, setting up road signs, flagging traffic, and operating or driving equipment as assigned. Groundspersons have no direct reports. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen as applicable. The role may require travel out of town for storm restoration work. The position is full-time and offers medical, vision, and dental health insurance and the option to enroll in a 401(k). Additional compensation may include overtime or premium pay when applicable. PTO eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position.

Requirements

• Must have physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs and use chainsaws 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 over 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 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 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 right-of-way undergrowth from the ground 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 from potential harm or injury.
• Drive trucks or operate other equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment, keep assigned equipment neat and orderly, and report major repair needs to the Foreperson.
• Protect employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean and orderly, and maintaining frequent voice communication with co-workers.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other applicable compensation, subject to position and eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position.

What This Job Offers

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