Ground Operations Specialist

SavATree’s mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care, we work to ensure our customers have attractive, healthy, and cared-for green spaces. Over the last thirty years, we have expanded across the country and are looking for people who want to grow with us.

About the role

The General Tree Care team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients’ landscapes.

As a General Tree Care Groundsperson, you will be part of a crew delivering high-quality tree care to clients. You will be involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing, and other tree care services. You will operate equipment safely, perform assigned job tasks efficiently, and provide exceptional service to clients. You will have the opportunity to work outdoors on beautiful properties while collaborating with a team of focused, talented professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing, and other tree care services
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• Provide exceptional service to clients
• Work outdoors on various properties
• Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of proper use of General Tree Care equipment
• Previous landscaping experience with safe lifting techniques and proper procedures for carrying and stacking brush on client properties
• Basic knowledge of common tree identification (a plus)
• Knowledge of two to three basic knots plus Weaver Knot, Clove Hitch Knot, and Gilhooligan Knot
• Experience with proper pruning equipment such as hand snips, pruners, pole saws, etc.
• Willingness to complete required trainings to obtain needed certifications and licenses
• Desire to work outdoors
• Valid driver’s license to operate service-line vehicles (CDL a plus)
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping or tree care
• Familiarity with tree care equipment and techniques

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hands-on training in all aspects of tree care, including continuing education opportunities
• Access to modern equipment, tools, and resources

Pay

$18-$25/hr based on experience.

About SavATree

We invest heavily in training and continuing education to help team members reach their own version of success. We provide resources and opportunities for career advancement, fostering an environment where each team member can become a go-to subject matter expert. That’s why we often say: When you work here, you thrive here.