Arborist Groundsperson: Pruning, Removals & Crew Support

Tree Masters, San Rafael, CA, US; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement and training

Safety-focused workplace

Paid holidays and benefits package

Job summary

Anderson's Tree Care is seeking a dependable Tree Groundsperson to join our team in San Jose, CA. This role supports tree crews with removals, pruning, cleanup, and equipment handling in a safety-focused environment.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor physical work, demonstrate reliability, and are eager to learn tree care techniques while contributing to a collaborative team. Competitive pay and overtime opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in tree care or outdoor labor preferred.
• Able to perform strenuous physical work in various weather conditions.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Valid driver's license preferred; CDL is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn tree care techniques and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist climbers and crew leaders with tree pruning, removals, and general tree care operations.
• Drag, chip, and remove brush, limbs, logs, and debris from job sites.
• Operate and maintain chainsaws, chippers, blowers, pole saws, and other tree care equipment.
• Set up and maintain safe work zones, traffic control devices, and job site safety equipment.
• Load and unload trucks with tools, equipment, and materials.
• Assist with rigging operations and lowering branches safely to the ground.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
• Follow ANSI safety standards and company safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors to ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers when on-site.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical labor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Blowers

Pole saws

Job description

Anderson's Tree Care is seeking a dependable Tree Groundsperson to join our team in San Jose, CA. This role supports tree crews with removals, pruning, cleanup, and equipment handling in a safety-focused environment.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor physical work, demonstrate reliability, and are eager to learn tree care techniques while contributing to a collaborative team. Competitive pay and overtime opportunities are available.