Forestry & Defensible Space Groundsman

Elements Mountain Company; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Elements Mountain Company is seeking a Groundsman in Truckee, CA to support defensible space, forestry, and tree care operations. The role progresses from basic field skills to performing technical work with minimal supervision on a team-focused site.

Team members contribute to crew success, uphold safety standards, and continuously develop their skills. Pay ranges from $23 to $30 per hour, DOE, with full-time or part-time hours depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Team player who can communicate and work well with others.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time with a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Follow company training, policies, and safety standards.
• Assist crew with defensible space, forestry, and tree care operations.
• Maintain clean and organized job sites, trucks, trailers, and tools.
• Operate landscaping and forestry equipment as directed by the team lead.
• Support climbers with rigging, knots, and felling/limbing tasks.
• Identify and communicate job site hazards to maintain safety.

Skills

Driver's license

Team player

Outdoor work

Physical endurance

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Tools

Chainsaws

Ladders

Rakes

Loppers

Handsaws

Chippers

Job description

Elements Mountain Company is seeking a Groundsman in Truckee, CA to support defensible space, forestry, and tree care operations. The role progresses from basic field skills to performing technical work with minimal supervision on a team-focused site.

Team members contribute to crew success, uphold safety standards, and continuously develop their skills. Pay ranges from $23 to $30 per hour, DOE, with full-time or part-time hours depending on project needs.