Tree Grounds Person (Windsor/Hartford)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform basic ground-level tree care operations in support of pruning, removal, and maintenance activities
• Operate powered equipment such as woodchippers, trucks, and blowers safely and effectively
• Use hand tools like hand saws, pole pruners, rakes, and shovels for tree care tasks
• Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as per industry and company standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site
• Implement traffic and pedestrian control measures to protect the work zone

Education And Experience

• 1-3+ years of experience as a groundman is mandatory
• Follow established directions and procedures related to roping and rigging, maintenance, equipment adjustments, and reporting of malfunctions
• Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving weight, volume, and distance
• Estimate or calculate measurements relevant to arboricultural field operations
• Apply critical thinking to interpret and carry out instructions
• Complete standardized tasks with competence, adapting to occasional field variables as needed
• Communicate clearly and safely with climbers and other crew members using standardized hand signals
• Communicate with the general public to provide clear direction and ensure safety around the work zone

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Able to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 80 pounds
• At least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers)
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards related to motor vehicle performance
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed
• Able to maintain medications for addressing known allergic reactions

Work Environment

• Outdoor/indoor work in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Direct sunlight for extended periods of time
• Near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards
• Loud noise environments
• Environments with exposure to allergens, insects, and reptiles

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Ancillary and voluntary products
• 401k savings plan with employer contributions
• 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year
• Paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance

Compensation

Pay Range: $20-$25/hour depending on experience

Company Information

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.