Groundsperson

About the role

Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future. Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk! Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions! Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie! Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

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.
• Environmental Conditions: Continuously – outdoor work; occasionally – noise levels; frequently – extreme temperatures; rarely – contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues; never – confined spaces.
• Tools & Equipment: Equipment may include aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs; chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers; blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes; climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes; sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs; tablets and communication devices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid training and industry certifications
• Health, dental, vision & HSA options
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)