Grounds Person

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Co; North Haledon (NJ); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans with employer

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC is seeking a skilled ground crew member to support tree-care projects in New Jersey. You will perform ground duties, assist with pruning, felling, rigging, and operate chainsaws and related equipment while following safety protocols.

The role requires lifting up to 100 lbs with assistance, a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), and willingness to train for advanced tasks. This is a full-time on-site position offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous industry experience is desired, but willing to train right candidate.
• Knowledge of pruning techniques for large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to operate chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder and log mover.
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and knots
• Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species is desired.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and occasionally 80-100lbs with assistance
• Bi-lingual is a plus
• CDL preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
• Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate equipment.
• Participate in all job site safety briefings.
• Perform proper felling, limbing and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.
• Perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques and knowledge of standard knots.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Perform ground duties such as job site set up and clean up as required.

Skills

Ground duties

Pruning techniques

Chainsaw operation

Rigging knots

Safety awareness

CDL preferred

Education

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Chipper

Stump grinder

Log mover

Job description

• Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
• Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate equipment.
• Participate in all job site safety briefings.
• Perform proper felling, limbing and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.
• Perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques and knowledge of standard knots.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Perform ground duties such as job site set up and clean up as required.

• Previous industry experience is desired, but willing to train right candidate.
• Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to operate chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder and log mover.
• Knowledge of industry standard rigging techniques and knots
• Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species is desired.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and occasionally 80-100lbs with assistance
• Valid Driver's License, CDL preferred.
• Bi-lingual is a plus

Hourly range $21 - $25.

We offer a competitive compensation package including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.