Groundperson: Brush Chipping & Equipment Care

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson in Pikeville, KY. Responsibilities include gathering and feeding brush and debris into a woodchipper, scanning for hazards, and ensuring crew safety along travel paths.

The role also covers maintaining equipment and materials in good condition. Typical duties include operating a chainsaw to cut brush and logs, dragging material to the chipper, and performing routine vehicle and equipment servicing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Drag, gather, and feed brush into wood chipper.
• Services vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.

Skills

Chain saw operation

Physical endurance

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw

Wood chipper operation

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson in Pikeville, KY. Responsibilities include gathering and feeding brush and debris into a woodchipper, scanning for hazards, and ensuring crew safety along travel paths.

The role also covers maintaining equipment and materials in good condition. Typical duties include operating a chainsaw to cut brush and logs, dragging material to the chipper, and performing routine vehicle and equipment servicing.