Groundsperson - ESOP Growth & Field Training

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid training and industry certs

Health, dental, vision & HSA options

401(k) + PTO and EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You will work alongside tree crews, clearing vegetation, operating and maintaining chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers, and assisting climbers from the ground.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather, the ability to hike and lift up to 50 lbs., and a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions; physical ability to hike, lift up to 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)
• 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

Team-player

Strong work ethic

Education

Groundperson certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Herbicide applicator certification

Driver’s license (CDL preferred)

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Blowers

Sprayers

Pruners

Pole pruners

Ropes

Harness and safety gear

Job description

Lewis Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You will work alongside tree crews, clearing vegetation, operating and maintaining chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers, and assisting climbers from the ground.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather, the ability to hike and lift up to 50 lbs., and a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).