Tree Planter

About the role

SavATree's Stump Grinders apply knowledge in the tree care industry by completing the last phase in the tree removal process. The Stump grinder will complete stump grinding work orders for commercial and residential clients, focusing on providing excellent service by completing stump grinding work on customers' properties. The role offers the opportunity to work outside on beautiful properties in the community, applying expertise to ensure the ongoing health, beauty, and well‑being of each client’s landscape.

Responsibilities

• Complete stump grinding work orders for commercial and residential clients.
• Provide excellent service to customers by finishing stump grinding on their property.
• Work outside on various properties, ensuring the health, beauty, and well‑being of landscapes.
• Operate stump grinding equipment, hand tools, small and large engine equipment, skid steers, and loaders.
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs repeatedly throughout a work shift.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment with good manual dexterity and excellent stamina.
• Work with and near heavy equipment and other vehicles regularly.
• Adhere to safety requirements, using personal protective equipment such as hearing protection.
• Be exposed to dust, dyes, grease, odors, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all weather conditions.

Requirements

• 1‑2 years of hands‑on experience in the green industry.
• Ability to run stump grinding equipment in various weather conditions.
• Ability to operate equipment safely.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL A license not required but a plus).
• Responsibility and independence to work autonomously.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills to understand and meet client needs.

Skills

• Manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina for standing, kneeling, walking, pulling, reaching, stooping, bending.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Ability to work in uneven turf or rocky areas.
• Ability to work in moderate to loud environments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekend work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vehicle program.
• Matched 401(K).
• Training and development opportunities, including support for continuing education in the industry.
• Opportunity to advance knowledge in the field and within the company.

Pay

Up to $22‑26 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Flexible working hours, including occasional weekend work.