Line Clearance Groundperson

Locations: Hudson, OH and Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Work is performed on site.

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Groundperson to join our team servicing the city of Hudson, Ohio.

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
• Ensures proper job site cleanup

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required depending on job requirements
• 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

• Hourly rate starting at $18.00
• Group health plans
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match (eligibility may vary for union employees)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Payroll savings plan
• Charitable matching gift program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Educational Scholarship and 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 are available to eligible employees on Day 1.

Schedule

Full-time hourly position. Travel expectations: up to 25%.