Groundsperson

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Missouri; On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training and certifications

Career advancement opportunities

Local benefits – EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service is seeking a dedicated Groundperson to clear vegetation around power lines and operate practical equipment in varied outdoor environments. This role emphasizes safety, physical fitness, and adherence to regulations while supporting climbers and ground crew across multiple sites.

Candidates should be prepared for frequent travel, outdoor work in all weather, and ongoing training with paid certifications.

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physical ability to hike, lift 50 lbs., and handle tools
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
• Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)
• Team‑player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations

Responsibilities

• Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.)
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers
• Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines
• Assist with rigging and felling of trees
• Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
• Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
• Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
• Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
• Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites
• Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols

Skills

Outdoor work readiness

Physical stamina

Team player

Safety-minded

CDL preferred

Tools

Aerial lift trucks

Chainsaws

Sprayers

Pole saws

Chippers

Climbing gear

Job description

• Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs

Spanish Posting

Únase a una empresa que fomenta el crecimiento de las personas. En Lewis, no solo cultivamos árboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa de mayor tamaño de gestión de servicios y vegetación en Norteamérica y una orgullosa empresa propiedad de sus empleados, creemos que cada persona de nuestro equipo es importante. Cuando se incorpora a Lewis, no solo comienza un trabajo, invierte en su futuro.

Join a Company That Grows People

At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second‑largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee‑owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
• Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions!
• Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a Groundperson

• Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.)
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers
• Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines
• Assist with rigging and felling of trees
• Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
• Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
• Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
• Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
• Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites
• Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physical ability to hike, lift up 50 lbs., and handle tools
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
• Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)
• Team‑player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Operate two‑handed tools and equipment

Continuous, Frequent, Occasional, Rarely, and Never Activities

• Continuously: Standing, walking, handling/grasping, repetitive movements
• Frequently: Lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping/kneeling, reaching
• Occasionally: Driving, climbing stairs/ladders
• Rarely: Sitting, operating
• Never: Tree ascending/descending

Tools & Equipment

• Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
• Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
• Blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
• Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
• Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
• Tablets and communication devices

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Paid training and certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Local benefits – Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

People Promise

Our commitment to our people is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences between us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought out and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay‑off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service’s practices and policies are administered under applicable federal, state, and local laws.