Groundperson: Debris Chipper Operator & Equipment Care

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management operations. The role involves gathering and feeding brush and debris into a woodchipper, identifying trip and fall hazards, and keeping equipment and materials in good condition.

Responsibilities include operating a chainsaw, feeding brush into the chipper, and maintaining vehicles and tools to ensure safe, efficient work sites.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Previous experience is a plus.
• Pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check may be required.
• Driver's License preferred, but not required.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Chainsaw operation

Brush handling

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management operations. The role involves gathering and feeding brush and debris into a woodchipper, identifying trip and fall hazards, and keeping equipment and materials in good condition.

Responsibilities include operating a chainsaw, feeding brush into the chipper, and maintaining vehicles and tools to ensure safe, efficient work sites.