Groundsperson

About the Role

As a Groundperson at Lewis, you'll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting vegetation management for utility partners and various other customers.

Responsibilities

• Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.)
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers
• Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines
• Assist with rigging and felling of trees
• Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
• Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
• Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
• Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
• Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites
• Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physical ability to hike, lift up to 50 lbs., and handle tools
• Valid driver's license (CDL preferred)
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
• Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)
• Team player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Operate two-handed tools and equipment
• Continuously: Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements
• Frequently: Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching
• Occasionally: Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders
• Rarely: Sitting, Operating
• Never: Tree Ascending/Descending
• Expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions

Environmental Conditions

• Continuously: Outdoor work
• Occasionally: Noise Levels
• Frequently: Extreme Temperatures
• Rarely: Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
• Never: Confined Spaces
• Expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.

Tools & Equipment

• Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
• Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
• Blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
• Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
• Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
• Tablets and communication devices

Benefits

• Union Benefits
• Competitive pay ($20.90+/hour)
• Paid training and certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Local 42 Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)