Groundman/CDL Driver – North Carolina

Mowbray's Tree Service; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A tree service company in North Carolina is seeking Ground personnel to support various team members and manage the work site. Candidates should possess skills in chipper and chainsaw operation, demonstrate safety practices, and have a valid Commercial Driver's License. This full-time position includes a structured training path with multiple levels of responsibilities, emphasizing safety and public interaction.

Qualifications

• Proper use of PPE
• Completion of TCIA EHAP and Aerial Rescue training course.
• Demonstrate ability to operate a winch

Responsibilities

• Assist foremen, climbers, and fellers in controlling the work site
• Interact with the public during operations
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections

Skills

Chipper operation

Chainsaw operation

Driving skills

Rigging knowledge

Job site hazard identification

Education

High School Diploma

Commercial Driver’s License

First Aid and CPR training

EHAP Training

Tools

Chainsaw

Chipper

Boom Truck

Job description

Ground personnel are essential to the crew as they assist the foremen, climbers, fellers, and control the work site; all while interacting with the public. The Groundsman reports directly to the Crew Foreman and General Foreman.

Level I Position Requirements

• Proper use of PPE
• Driving skills and vehicle safety including how to perform a pre-trip inspection
• Job planning and preparation
• Working knowledge of all job site tools and equipment
• Completion of TCIA EHAP and Aerial Rescue training course.
• First Aid / CPR Trained
• Proficient in chipper operation and safety devices
• Proficient in chipper / vehicle hookup
• Understanding how to properly position a chipper
• Proficient in chipper inspection and basic maintenance
• Demonstrate the ability to operate a winch
• Functional rigging knowledge, including practical application and inspection
• Completion of Mowbray’s TCIA Step-1 Ground Operations and Chipper Operator Specialist

Level II Position Requirements

• Proficient in Groundsman Level 1 requirements
• Trained in how to interact with the public
• Working knowledge of how to identify job site hazards
• Understanding of how to choose, store and fuel a chainsaw
• Working knowledge of all chainsaw and chipper PPE
• Proficient in chainsaw operation.
• Working knowledge of basic Boom Truck operations (ground controls)
• Completion of Mowbray’s TCIA Step-1 Chainsaw Specialist
• Completion of EHAP Training

Level III Position Requirements:

• Proficient in Groundsman Level 1 and Level 2 requirements
• Proficient in safe tree felling
• Working knowledge of cutting techniques
• Basic rigging: trained in how to operate a lowering device
• Basic knot tying skills
• Must be able to perform an Aerial Rescue

Education:

• High School Diploma (preferred)
• First Aid and CPR Trained (required)
• EHAP Trained (required)
• CDL (required)
• Physically fit for the job (required)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

• Commercial Driver’s License (Required)

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