Vegetation Management Ground Person

Milhouse Engineering and Construction31 Oak Grove Rd. McDonough, GA
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About The Position

Milhouse Forestry headquartered out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a member of the Milhouse Family of Companies. At Milhouse, we pride ourselves on being a team of problem-solving professionals bringing over 20 years’ experience. We are dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative services in Engineering, Construction, Snow Maintenance and now Vegetation Management. Joining the Milhouse team, you will be challenged to consistently exceed the expectations of the clients for whom we work and the communities we serve. As a full-time utility contractor, Milhouse Forestry performs tree right of way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, emergency storm work, and logistical support. We are currently seeking a full time Ground Person to join our growing team. This is a non-union position reporting out of our Atlanta headquarters and reporting to the Vegetation Management Foreman.

Requirements

  • Vegetation Management and/or Grounds Person experience is a plus
  • Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
  • Ability to concentration and maintain attention for extended periods of time.
  • Able to consistently wear necessary PPE as necessary.
  • Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
  • Must be able to withstand exposure to various weather conditions while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold while keeping safety in the forefront.
  • Capable of effective communications and comprehension skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Requires a standard 8 or 10 hour work day Monday – Thursday with additional hours as needed.
  • Capable of supporting call-out work with overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, or long work hours.
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License, pass a background check, drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record review.
  • Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Must pass a background check and have sufficient transportation to and from work site location.

Responsibilities

  • Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
  • Gathers brush and feed brush into wood chipper.
  • Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal
  • Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment which includes tank, pump, hose reel, 200 feet of ½ inch hose, or utilizes back-pack to treat remote areas.
  • Services truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
  • Assists senior spray person in mixing herbicide in holding tank.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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