Groundsperson: Outdoor Tree & Brush Crew (Travel)

ISA Certified Arborist; Fisher (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union represented role

Healthcare and retirement plans

Job summary

XKIG seeks a Groundsperson to support crews by performing ground-based clearing, cleanup, and material handling on job sites in the United States. You will clear brush and trees, load equipment, and assist with traffic control to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires physical outdoor work, ability to operate hand tools and light machinery, and compliance with safety rules. Background checks and a drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive trucks or operate equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground-based work clearing brush and trees as directed.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into chipper.
• Set up and break down road signs; flag traffic for safety.
• Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned; basic equipment maintenance.
• Assist with storm-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Pole saw operation

Chainsaw operation

Tree trimming

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand saws

Pole saws

Pruners

Loppers

Gas-powered chain saws

Job description

XKIG seeks a Groundsperson to support crews by performing ground-based clearing, cleanup, and material handling on job sites in the United States. You will clear brush and trees, load equipment, and assist with traffic control to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires physical outdoor work, ability to operate hand tools and light machinery, and compliance with safety rules. Background checks and a drug screen are required.