Groundperson - Utility Tree Crew Support

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus

Employee Educational Scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

Employee discounts: 20% on Davey®/DMG

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company offers a Groundperson role focused on utility line clearance in the Traverse City, MI area. You will support crew operations, handle tools, and help manage traffic control on site.

This permanent, full-time position emphasizes safety and on-site work with opportunities for skill development and company benefits. Join a respected leader in arboriculture and tree care.

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 as necessary per state law including pesticide/herbicide licenses.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for crew by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft.
• Supplies tools for tree workers.
• Controls road and sidewalk traffic using warning devices as needed.
• Cuts, chips and loads brush and wood; ensures proper job site cleanup.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Commercial driver’s license (preferred)

Line clearance certification (if near utility lines)

Pesticide license (if required by state)

Herbicide license (a plus)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company offers a Groundperson role focused on utility line clearance in the Traverse City, MI area. You will support crew operations, handle tools, and help manage traffic control on site.

This permanent, full-time position emphasizes safety and on-site work with opportunities for skill development and company benefits. Join a respected leader in arboriculture and tree care.