Groundperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) retirement plan with company 6

Employee stock purchase options

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Career development program

Scholarship program

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Company in Nashville, TN is seeking a Groundperson in the Utility Line Clearance field. This on-site role supports a crew, handling ropes, tools, traffic control, and brush/wood loading, with safety as a priority.

Join an employee-owned company offering paid time off, advancement opportunities, safety gear, a 401(k) plan with match, health benefits, referral bonuses, and training programs. Located in major US cities with career development and scholarship programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; CDL preferred and may be required depending on job requirements.
• Pesticide license, if required by state law; herbicide license a plus.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft.
• Supplying tools for tree workers.
• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods.
• Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ISA Certified Tree Worker certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Davey Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson.

Company

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Locations

Locations: Nashville, TN

Additional Locations

Additional Locations: n/a

Work Site

Work Site: On Site

Req ID

Req ID: 226129

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
• Supplying tools for tree workers
• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
• Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
• Certificates and Licenses if necessary
• Pesticide license, if required by state law
• Herbicide license a plus
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…
Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%