Groundsperson: Outdoor Tree Crew Assistant | ESOP & Training

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Competitive pay

Training & certs

Health & dental & Vision

401(k) & PTO & EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Groundperson to join our team supporting vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You will work outdoors, clear vegetation around power lines, operate chainsaws, sprayers, and climbing gear, and assist climbers from the ground with safety as a priority.

Our team values safety, training, and internal promotions, plus an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

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.

Skills

Groundperson certification

Outdoor work in all weather

CDL preferred

CPR/First Aid certification

Herbicide applicator certification

Team player attitude

Education

Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Handsaws

Chipper

Blowers

Pruners

Pole pruners

Rakes

Winches

Ropes

Climbing gear

Harness

Chaps

Spikes

Sprayers

Herbicide applicators

Fuel

Cones

Signs

Job description

Lewis Tree Service in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Groundperson to join our team supporting vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You will work outdoors, clear vegetation around power lines, operate chainsaws, sprayers, and climbing gear, and assist climbers from the ground with safety as a priority.

Our team values safety, training, and internal promotions, plus an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).