Groundperson - CDL Class A or B Required

Davey Tree Expert Co; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety

Job summary

The Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a Groundperson with CDL Class A or B to join our utility line clearance team in Nashville, TN.

This on-site role assists crew members by handling ropes, lowering operations, supplying tools, and helping to maintain a safe work area. Responsibilities include traffic control, brush cutting and loading, site cleanup, and supporting senior crew members on demanding outdoor projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Commercial driver's license (Class A or B) required.
• Certificates and licenses as needed per state law.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A or B

Job description

Groundperson - CDL Class A or B Required

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN, Nashville, TN
Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:229795

Position Overview

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

Job Duties

• 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
• Commercial driver’s license required (Class A or B Only)
• 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
• 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

Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and CLS are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Davey is Employee Owned. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Visit Davey Website: WWW.DAVEY.COM Job Opportunities & Company Profile Information

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit 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.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail] .

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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