Groundperson - Union (Driver License Required) - ATE

Asplundh Tree Expert Co.; Vergennes (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading utility contractor as a Groundperson and take on an essential role in maintaining safety and efficiency in tree management. This position offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, operate specialized equipment like chainsaws and woodchippers, and contribute to vital services that ensure reliable power for communities. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to grow within a supportive company, this role could be your perfect fit. Enjoy competitive hourly pay and the chance to be part of a dedicated team focused on safety and innovation in the utility industry.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and willing to join the local union.
• Valid driver's license required for operation of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and stumps.
• Gather and feed brush into woodchipper while ensuring safety.

Skills

Chainsaw Operation

Equipment Maintenance

Hazard Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Woodchipper

Chainsaw

Job description

Groundperson - Union (Driver License Required) - ATE

The groundperson is responsible for gathering and feeding brush & debris into a woodchipper, scanning areas for trip and fall hazards, and ensuring other workers stay out of the path of travel. This position is also responsible for maintaining equipment and materials.

Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service utility contractor offering internal growth opportunities, competitive wages, and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient and innovative line clearance services to the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Drag, gather, and feed brush into woodchipper.
• Service vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

License & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Crawling, Climbing Poles, Color Vision, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, climbing on/off truck, gripping, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting over 50 lbs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Standing, walking, manual dexterity, seeing distant, seeing, reading, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception, climbing stairs, lifting up to 10 lbs.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing, Carrying, Pulling

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, withstand exposure to various weather conditions, and communicate effectively.

About Us:

As a full-service utility contractor, Asplundh performs tree pruning and removals, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, and emergency storm work.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.