Groundman

Key Responsibilities

• Aid trims and foremen during daily operations.
• Control lowering ropes and supply tools to tree workers.
• Manage road and sidewalk traffic using warning devices for public safety.
• Operate and drive tree care equipment such as spray trucks and tow-behind chippers (after training).
• Maintain clean and organized job sites.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Maintain and prepare tools and equipment (e.g., chainsaws, chippers, and hand tools).
• Learn proper pruning and tree removal techniques and safe equipment operation.
• Understand and follow all company safety requirements.
• Assist in cutting, chipping, and loading brush and wood.
• Learn to prune trees and shrubs from the ground and tie basic knots.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Act responsibly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Work five consecutive 8-hour days, with flexibility for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, managers, and customers.
• Basic reading and writing proficiency in English.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, 50 lbs. frequently, and 20 lbs. constantly.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods at the job site.
• Frequent reaching, twisting, bending, and handling of tools and materials.
• Repetitive movements involving hands, wrists, ankles, and knees.