Groundperson with CDL

Davey Tree Expert Co; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Paid time off

Scholarship programs

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Company is seeking a Groundperson in Jacksonville, FL, to support crew operations in utility line clearance. You will handle ropes, assist with tool provisioning, and manage safety around traffic and work zones.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include cutting, chipping and loading brush, maintaining clean job sites, and following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; CDL preferred and may be required.
• Pesticide license if required by state law.
• Herbicide license is a plus.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility lines.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.

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 where needed.
• Cuts, chips and loads brush and wood and ensures proper job site cleanup.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license required

Pesticide license

Herbicide license a plus

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker certification

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville, FL
Additional Locations:Middleburg, FL; Orange Park, FL
Work Site:On Site

Position Overview

Added On Incentives

We have Added On Incentives Pay Rates. Employee time working in Utility Vegetation Managament will count toward tenure if the employee was not gone from the industry for a period of more than five consecutive years. It will be the employee's responsibility to provide documentation of their time with another utility (Ex.Pay stubs, Tax Returns, etc.)

• ISA Certified Arborist (Firm or T&E Personnel) +5.00
• ISA Certified Tree Worker(Firm or T&E Personnel) +3.00
• Class B CDL(T&E Personnel Only) + $1.00
• Class B CDL with Air Brakes (T&E Personnel Only) + $1.50
• Climbing Differential (Workers capable of climbing, but not on climbing crew and not expected to climb every day)+.50
• 5 to 10 years of service (T&E Personnel Only) + $1.00
• 10 to 15 years of service (T&E Personnel Only) + $2.00
• 15 to 20 years of service (T&E Personnel Only) + $2.50
• 20 plus years of service (T&E Personnel Only) + $3.00

A. There will be no stacking of ISA certifications for payment differentials.

B. Production crew personnel are not eligible for CDL, Climbing, or years of service differentials unless they are working on T&E.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson.

Job Duties

• Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
• Supplying tools for tree workers
• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
• Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup

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

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. The Davey Tree Surgery Company and CLS are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Davey is Employee Owned. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Visit Davey Website: WWW.DAVEY.COM Job Opportunities & Company Profile Information

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. TheDavey 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.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%