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!

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
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Ability to push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Ability to endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Ability to hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Ability to operate two-handed tools and equipment continuously
• Physical demands: 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 and 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

• Union Benefits
• Competitive pay ($20.53+/hour)
• Paid training and certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Local 1249 Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)