Groundsperson

Why You’ll Love It Here

Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions!
Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a Groundperson

You’ll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting vegetation management for utility partners and various other customers.

Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.)
Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers
Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines
Assist with rigging and felling of trees
Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites
Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols

Qualifications

What You Bring

Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions – Physical ability to hike, lift up 50 lbs., and handle tools – Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)
CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis) – Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain) – Team player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations.

Tools & Equipment

Equipment may include:

Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
Blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
Tablets and communication devices