Ground Technician: Vegetation & Safety

Wright Tree Service, Inc.; Mount Pleasant, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. You will assist on the ground, identify safety hazards, and operate tools to address brush and debris.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, OSHA regulations, and teamwork with other crew members. It includes possible overtime and emergency response during storms or disasters, with a focus on maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Loads vehicles and equipment with manageable size limbs and logs.
• Cuts brush, limbs and logs using hand saws, ground saws or similar tools.
• Gathers debris and transports to designated area.
• Applies herbicide to brush and stumps.
• Operates hazardous equipment such as chainsaw and woodchipper.
• Complies with safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Sets up traffic controls and protects workers and the public.

Skills

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Reading/writing

PPE usage

Chainsaw awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw

Pole pruner

Stump grinder

Woodchipper

Herbicide sprayer

Job description

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. You will assist on the ground, identify safety hazards, and operate tools to address brush and debris.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, OSHA regulations, and teamwork with other crew members. It includes possible overtime and emergency response during storms or disasters, with a focus on maintaining a clean, organized work area.