Groundman

About This Role

This groundman role involves assisting arborists with professional tree work, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment. The position suits an experienced team player who enjoys working outdoors and can handle summer heat.

Responsibilities

• Assist arborist in the process of trimming trees using proper techniques
• Assist in rigging and lowering of material
• Clear and chip tree debris
• Dispose of tree debris
• Ensure that the work area beneath and around the trees is clear and properly marked so that the public will be safe from falling debris
• Maintain tools and equipment
• Ensure that all crew members follow company safety policies and procedures

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience with professional tree work
• Valid driver's license and own transportation
• Work references
• Ability to operate chippers, skid steers, stump grinders, and chain saws
• Clean driving record
• Pass drug screen
• Good communicator and team player
• Enjoys working outside and able to handle the summer heat
• CDL (preferred)

Important Details

• Service areas: DE and PA