GroundsmanLaborer

RIVER CITY TREE SERVICE LLC; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A local tree service company in Valley Park, Missouri, seeks a reliable Groundsman to join their team. This full-time position requires the ability to work in various weather conditions and to handle heavy lifting. Responsibilities include maintaining safety practices, gathering debris, and learning to identify trees and bushes. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to work weekends if necessary. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds frequently.
• CDL not required but must be willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Gather and carry brush to the truck/chipper.
• Load and unload logs, brush, debris, etc.
• Help enforce safety practices for all crew members.
• Learn to properly identify trees and bushes.

Skills

Ability to identify and prevent on-site hazards

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Critical thinking skills

Education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Opportunities for advancement

Overview

River City Tree Service is in search of a reliable, self-motivated Groundsman to welcome to our crew. We have been servicing the greater St. Louis area for more than a decade. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain industry knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Ability to identify and prevent on-site hazards by ensuring work areas are clearly marked with cones, signs, etc.
• Gather and carry brush to the truck/chipper
• Load and unload logs, brush, debris, etc. with or without the use of machinery
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, snow, rain, etc.)
• Willing to work on weekends, if needed, for storm damage and other emergency
• Ability to operate and maintain necessary tools and equipment
• Help enforce safety practices for all crew members
• Report punctually each day prepared to work
• Ability to think critically and use discretion to ensure jobs get completed in a safe and efficient manner
• Learn to properly identify trees and bushes
• Ability to perform other tasks as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• CDL is not required but must be willing to obtain
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds on a frequent basis
• Job Type: Full-time