Groundsman

Joshua Tree Experts; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career advancement opportunities

Good work-life balance

Full-time year-round employment

Paid training and licensing

Uniform servicing

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in Salt Lake City is seeking a Groundsman to join a growing tree care team. You will support a 2-4 person crew with pruning, removal, stump grinding, and equipment prep, helping keep job sites safe and efficient.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to lift 25 pounds, and willingness to work 40+ hours per week in various weather conditions. Prior First Aid/CPR is preferred. We offer paid training, year-round full-time employment, and a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work outdoors.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily.
• Ensure that drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public.
• Perform pruning and reducing.
• Safely use tree care operations equipment, including but not limited to gas-powered saws, pole saws/clips, and chippers.
• Load and unload trucks and chippers with logs, brush, and debris.
• Follow directions from crew leaders and climbers and maintain/service equipment, as needed.
• Provide friendly and excellent customer service.
• Follow safety culture and safety procedures, including setting up safety and traffic control measures for job sites.
• Report to work on time each day and maintain a professional image.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Willingness to work in adverse weather

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Education

First Aid and CPR Certification

Job description

Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?

Would you enjoy working for a growing company and ready to be more than just a person on the ground?

Joshua Tree Experts, the premier outdoor home service company in Salt Lake City, is searching for an experienced Groundsman.

This role is a dynamic opportunity to work alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew assisting in tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and wood chipper operations. The Groundsman is responsible for ensuring drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public while climbers are aloft in trees or aerial lifts.

What a Groundsman Does

• Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily.
• Ensure that drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public.
• Perform pruning and reducing.
• Safely use tree care operations equipment, including but not limited to gas-powered saws, pole saws/clips, and chippers.
• Load and unload trucks and chippers with logs, brush, and debris.
• Follow directions from crew leaders and climbers and maintain/service equipment, as needed.
• Provide friendly and excellent customer service.
• Follow safety culture and safety procedures, including setting up safety and traffic control measures for job sites.
• Report to work on time each day and maintain a professional image.

What You Need To Be a Groundsman

• Valid driver's license.
• At least 21 years of age with the ability to work 40 hours or more each week.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively.
• First Aid and CPR Certified is preferred.

What Joshua Tree Experts Can Provide For YOU

• A culture focused on SAFETY.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance.
• Full-time, YEAR-ROUND employment.
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing.
• Uniform Servicing.

Join a BETTER team of tree care professionals at Joshua Tree Experts in Salt Lake City! We look forward to meeting you.