Groundsperson - Mountain City, TN

Xylem Tree Experts • Mountain City, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing ground-based work, clearing brush and trees as directed, and cleaning up job sites. The role includes handling materials and equipment, assisting with traffic control, and driving or operating equipment when assigned. Groundspersons have no direct reports. Duties may change, and storm-work responsibilities may be required, including travel out of town for storm restoration.

Requirements

• 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 and comprehend verbal job instructions or information.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• A valid driver's license must be held and maintained if hired for a driving position; a driver's license may be required for the role.
• Ability to maintain balance over uneven terrain and 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.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements; the employer participates in E-Verify.

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.
• Clear undergrowth and cut brush and trees 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 and 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 job practices, maintaining an orderly work area, and communicating frequently with coworkers.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Paid Time Off (PTO), with eligibility and accrual timing varying by position and potentially by union status.

What This Job Offers

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