Groundsperson

We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the resources they need, even when it’s from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance their career and become a go-to subject matter expert.

About the role

As a General Tree Care Groundsperson, you will be part of a crew that delivers high-quality tree care to our clients. You will be involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing, and other tree care services. You will operate equipment safely, perform assigned job tasks efficiently, and provide exceptional service to clients. You will have the opportunity to work outdoors on beautiful properties while collaborating with a team of focused, talented professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality tree care, including pruning, removals, and cable bracing
• Operate equipment safely and perform assigned job tasks efficiently
• Provide exceptional service to clients
• Work outdoors on various properties
• Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of proper use of General Tree Care equipment
• Previous landscaping experience with safe lifting techniques and proper procedures for carrying and stacking brush on client properties
• Basic knowledge of common tree identification (a plus)
• Knowledge of two to three basic knots plus Weaver Knot, Clove Hitch Knot, and Gilhooligan Knot
• Experience with proper pruning equipment such as hand snips, pruners, pole saws, etc.
• Willingness to complete required trainings to obtain needed certifications and licenses
• Desire to work outdoors
• Valid driver’s license to operate service-line vehicles (CDL a plus)
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds

Skills

• Proper use of General Tree Care equipment
• Safe lifting techniques and brush handling
• Tree identification
• Knot tying (Weaver Knot, Clove Hitch Knot, Gilhooligan Knot)
• Pruning equipment operation

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hands-on training in all aspects of tree care, including continuing education opportunities
• Access to modern equipment, tools, and resources

Pay

$20-30/hr (based on experience)