Groundperson: Tree & Brush Crew Technician

Wright Tree Service, Inc.; Ionia (MI); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service seeks a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves identifying safety hazards and using tools to address brush and debris, with emphasis on keeping work areas safe and orderly.

Responsibilities include loading gear, cutting brush, applying herbicides, and performing routine maintenance. Must comply with OSHA regulations and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Load vehicles and equipment with limbs and logs of manageable size.
• Cut brush and logs with hand or ground saws.
• Gather brush and debris and move to the designated area.
• Apply herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps.
• Operate hazardous equipment (chainsaw, pole pruner, stump grinder, woodchipper).
• Follow safety policies and educate less experienced employees on procedures and OSHA rules.
• Use tools to remove debris from work areas.
• Set up traffic control and assist with safety for workers and public.

Skills

Safety compliance

Quick learner

Professional communication

Reading/writing

PPE required

Overtime available

Tree rescue knowledge

Operate tools

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

First Aid CPR

Tools

Chainsaw

Pole pruner

Stump grinder

Woodchipper

Herbicide application

Leaf blower

Rake

Job description

Wright Tree Service seeks a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves identifying safety hazards and using tools to address brush and debris, with emphasis on keeping work areas safe and orderly.

Responsibilities include loading gear, cutting brush, applying herbicides, and performing routine maintenance. Must comply with OSHA regulations and safety practices.