Groundsman

Joshua Tree Experts; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Year-End Bonuses

Uniform Servicing

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A reputable tree care company in North Chicago is seeking an experienced Crew Member to join their team. You will assist in tree removal, pruning, and maintaining equipment, contributing to safety and excellent customer service. Candidates should have at least two years of tree care experience and a valid driver's license. Join a team that values safety and offers career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in Tree Care Operations.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily.
• Ensure safe drop zones for coworkers and public.
• Perform pruning and reducing.
• Safely use tree care operations equipment.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris.
• Follow directions from crew leaders and climbers.
• Maintain professional image and customer service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Tools

Gas powered saws

Pole saws

Chippers

Job description

Our clients love us, because we love ensuring they have safe, healthy, and beautiful home environments.

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

Want to work in a culture focused on safety and professionalism?

Would you enjoy working for a growing company?

Ready to be more than just a person on the ground?

Grow With US! Joshua Tree Experts, North Chicago's premiere team of tree care, lawn care, and pest control professionals is searching for an experienced Crew-Member.

Crew Members work alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, stump grinding and wood chipper operations. The Grounds-man is responsible for all communication with other crew members and the public while climbers are aloft in trees or aerial lift trucks.

We believe our future is only as bright as the talent of our employees. Joshua Tree is dedicated to expanding our employees' knowledge and offer paid training to all Crew-members for class room work, seminars, certification testing and all certification related expenses.

What a Crew Member does

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

What do you need to be a Crew Member

• Minimum of two year experience in Tree Care Operations
• Valid driver's license
• At least 21 years of age
• Ability to work 40 hours or more each week
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively

What Joshua Tree 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
• Safety Incentives and Year-End Bonuses
• Uniform Servicing

Join a BETTER team of tree care professionals at Joshua Tree in North Chicago! We look forward to meeting you