Groundsperson - Hagerstown, MD

Xylem Tree Experts; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts in Maryland is seeking a Groundsperson to perform vegetation-management tasks, operate tools, and support safe, efficient job sites. You will help clear brush, load materials, and assist with equipment setup and maintenance.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to work long hours, including overtime. CDL is preferred; background check and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe practices and site rules.
• Operate handsaws, pole saws, pruners, and other equipment.
• Set up and break down materials, tools, and equipment.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris.
• Maintain trucks and equipment and report major repairs.
• Safely manage knots, rope, and speed lines.
• Guard personnel and the public from hazards; flag traffic as needed.
• Work overtime and weekends during emergencies.

Skills

Valid Driver's license

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

Tools

CDL preferred

Job description

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Always follow and help enforce safe practice and rules.
• Works from the ground to keep work area clear of debris using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gasoline-powered equipment to cut brush and trees.
• Define staging areas.
• Setting up and breaking down material, tools, and equipment as required.
• Prepare and feed brush into woodchipper.
• Loading and unloading trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris
• Operating various trucks and equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment.
• Tying knots, rope breaks, and speed lines according to industry standard.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.
• Able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies.

This is a full-time position. Specific hours will be assigned by your supervisor. The Groundsperson may be required to work overtime and/or weekends.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required. CDL preferred.

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work Authorization Requirements

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

AI Usage Disclaimer

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.