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Xylem Tree Experts · 2 days ago

Groundsperson -Forest City, AR

Forest City, IA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Groundsperson to support the crew by performing work from the ground, including clearing brush and trees. The role involves ensuring safety practices, performing clean-up on job sites, and operating equipment as needed.

CleanTechEnvironmental ConsultingHealth CareProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules

Keep work area clear of debris

Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way by using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees

Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into brush chipper

Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment

Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work

Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools and equipment at work site

Set up and break down road signs as directed

Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury

Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned

Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment to Foreperson

Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers

Perform duties for storm work as needed

Qualification

Chain saw operationVegetation managementFirst-aid certificationDriver’s LicenseCommunication skills

Required

Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules

Keep work area clear of debris

Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way by using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees

Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into brush chipper

Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment

Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work

Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools and equipment at work site

Set up and break down road signs as directed

Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury

Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned

Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment to Foreperson

Perform duties for storm work as needed

Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chain saw and pruners in uneven terrain

Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions

Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance

Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR

Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)

Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position

Must be able to comprehend verbal job instructions/information

Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain

Must be able to communicate with others

Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day

Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment

Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Must meet I-9 requirements

Preferred

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Benefits

Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental

Option for enrollment in a 401K

Company

Xylem Tree Experts

Xylem Tree Experts offers line clearance tree trimming, vegetation management, and residential and commercial tree care services.

Founded in 1974

Norfolk, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.xylemtree.com

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