Entry-Level Tree Care Groundsperson

BrightView; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC in Jacksonville, FL, is hiring a Groundsperson, Tree Care to support pruning, removal, and maintenance activities. This entry-level role requires no prior experience and offers hands-on learning with safe operation of basic powered equipment.

You will perform ground-level tasks, handle debris, and work with the team to keep job sites organized and safe, following company safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Follow directions related to roping and rigging, routine maintenance, equipment adjustments, and reporting of malfunctions.
• Perform basic arithmetic for measurements relevant to arboricultural field operations.
• Apply critical thinking to interpret instructions and carry out standardized tasks.
• Use standardized hand signals to communicate with climbers and other crew members.
• Verbally communicate with the public to provide clear direction and ensure safety around the work zone.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic ground-level tree care operations in support of pruning, removal, and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate introductory level proficiency in the safe operation of powered equipment, including woodchippers, trucks, and blowers.
• Use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, rakes, and shovels effectively and safely to complete assigned tree care tasks.
• Select and use appropriate task-specific PPE in accordance with industry safety standards and company protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site. Implements traffic and pedestrian control measures and ensure the protection of the work zone at all times.

Job description

BrightView Landscapes, LLC in Jacksonville, FL, is hiring a Groundsperson, Tree Care to support pruning, removal, and maintenance activities. This entry-level role requires no prior experience and offers hands-on learning with safe operation of basic powered equipment.

You will perform ground-level tasks, handle debris, and work with the team to keep job sites organized and safe, following company safety protocols and PPE requirements.