Groundperson | Line Clearance
Locations: Medina, OH; Seville, OH; Ashland, OH; Medina County, OH; Lorain County, OH. Work site is on-site.
About the role
Davey Utility Line Clearance is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Groundperson to join our team servicing the Medina and Lorain County, Ohio regions for Lorain-Medina Rural Electric, including areas such as Wellington and Ashland.
Responsibilities
- Provides support for other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs, and persons from aloft
- Supplies tools for tree workers
- Controls road and sidewalk traffic as needed using warning devices and other methods
- Cuts, chips, and loads brush and wood, ensuring proper job site cleanup
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred and may be required depending on job requirements
- Certificates and licenses as necessary (e.g., pesticide license if required by state law, herbicide license a plus)
- Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
- ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
Benefits
- Group health plans*
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
- Life insurance*
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match** (Union employees are not eligible for 401k but may join pension plans)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
- Holidays and paid time off*
- Payroll savings plan*
- Charitable matching gift program*
- Employee referral bonus program*
- Employee Educational Scholarship*
- Davey Family Scholarship*
- 20% discount on all Davey services*
- Cell phone discounts*
- Vehicle purchase discount program*
- Generous performance incentive plan
- Industry-related training and special Davey training courses
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
Pay
Hourly rate range: $18.00 - $20.00, based on line clearance/industry experience and CDL status.
Schedule
Full-time hourly position. Travel expectations: up to 25%.
About the company
Davey is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation, offering a unique culture focused on open idea exchange, community partnership, safety, and unrivaled client service. We provide research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. Davey invests in employees through industry-leading training, technology, and benefits, fostering a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels.