Groundperson: Vegetation & Safety Technician

Wright Tree Service; West Virginia; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service in West Virginia is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves identifying safety hazards and using hand tools, ground saws, and wood chippers to address brush and debris while following approved work methods.

You will work on-site, help with traffic control, and cooperate with team members to maintain a neat, safe work area. A high school diploma is preferred and CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtained within 90

Qualifications

• Safety-focused field role requiring adherence to company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions precisely.
• Ability to communicate professionally and work with others in potentially hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Load and move brush, limbs and logs as needed.
• Cut brush and limbs with hand tools and ground saws.
• Transport debris to designated areas for processing.
• Apply herbicides and growth regulators as required.
• Operate and work around hazardous equipment (chainsaw, pole pruner, etc.).
• Follow safety practices and educate others on proper methods and regulations.

Skills

Safety compliance

Quick learner

Professional communication

Reading & writing

Plant identification

PPE usage

Overtime availability

Tree rescue knowledge

Tool operation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

First-Aid & CPR certification

Tools

Chainsaw

Pole pruner

Stump grinder

Woodchipper

Herbicide applicator

Job description

Wright Tree Service in West Virginia is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves identifying safety hazards and using hand tools, ground saws, and wood chippers to address brush and debris while following approved work methods.

You will work on-site, help with traffic control, and cooperate with team members to maintain a neat, safe work area. A high school diploma is preferred and CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtained within 90