Line Clearance Groundperson
Davey Utility Line Clearance is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Groundperson to join our team servicing the Medina and Lorain County, Ohio regions for Lorain-Medina Rural Electric, including areas such as Wellington and Ashland.
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
- Performs proper job site cleanup
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license (CDL) 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
Pay
Hourly rate range: $18.00 - $20.00 based on line clearance/industry experience and CDL status.
Benefits
- Group health plans*
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
- Life insurance*
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match** (Union employees may be eligible for pension plans instead)
- 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*
- 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
*Eligible employees receive these benefits on Day 1.
Schedule
Full-time hourly position. Travel expectations: up to 25%.
About the Company
Davey is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation, offering a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We invest in our employees through industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey.