Groundsperson

SavATree • Exeter, RI

1d

About The Position

SavATree’s General Tree Care Team works together to maintain and preserve clients’ landscapes through high-quality tree care. As a Groundsperson, you will work outdoors on a General Tree Care crew, visiting properties in the community and supporting the team’s pruning, removals, cable bracing, and other tree-care work. You will safely operate equipment, perform assigned tasks, and provide excellent service to clients. The role emphasizes quality, safety, training, and continuing education, with opportunities for career growth. Compensation is $20 to $28 per hour based on experience.

Requirements

• Experience with proper pruning practices, including large shade trees and ornamental trees.
• Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and working knowledge of their characteristics.
• Experience with tree-care safety standards.
• Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; a CDL is a plus.
• Must be authorized to lawfully work in the U.S.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• CDL.
• Experience with aerial lifts (bucket trucks).

Responsibilities

• Work with a General Tree Care crew to provide high-quality tree care to clients.
• Assist with pruning, tree removals, cable bracing, and other tree-care work.
• Safely operate equipment and perform assigned job tasks.
• Provide excellent service to clients.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities and support for continuing education in the industry.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including health and dental coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) Savings Plan, a Flexible Spending Plan, and an Equipment Account.
• PTO and full benefits.
• Relocation assistance in most cases.

What This Job Offers

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