Groundperson | Line Clearance

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with match

Stock purchase plan

Holidays and PTO

Scholarships

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a Line Clearance Groundperson to support the Greater Akron Ohio region. This on-site role offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), pesticide/herbicide licenses as required by state law, line clearance certification near utilities, and ISA Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain it.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; CDL preferred may be required depending on job requirements.
• Certificates and Licenses if necessary.

Skills

CDL preferred

Pesticide license

Herbicide license

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Locations: Akron, OH

Additional Locations: The Greater Akron Ohio region

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230656

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as a Line Clearance Groundperson joining our team servicing the Greater Akron Ohio region.

Job Duties

This position has no current marketing description for this job code.

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:

• Hourly rate range $18.12 - $20.00 based on line clearance / industry experience and if a CDL holder.
• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Generous performance incentive plan. Davey offers excellent benefits, the opportunity to buy Davey stock after 1 year, and industry related training and special Davey training course.

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. The Davey 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%