Groundperson | CDL Required

Davey Tree Expert Co; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

Stock purchase plan

Group health plan

Employee referral bonus

Career development program

Scholarship program for children of…

Charitable matching gifts

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Edison, NJ, seeks a CDL Groundperson for utility line clearance. You will support the crew by handling lowering ropes, assisting with tools, and helping maintain safe work zones on site.

Starting wage is $25.50 per hour, with opportunities for advancement, safety gear provided, and a broad benefits package as part of a large employee-owned company. Locations nationwide provide growth paths, comprehensive health plans, and ongoing training from industry experts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• REQUIRED: Commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement.
• 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

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

Commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement

Pesticide license

Herbicide license

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Edison, NJ
Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of 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
REQUIRED: Commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement
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

Starting wage: $25.50/hour
Opportunities for advancement
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
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

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi

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

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.

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