Groundsperson: Outdoor Tree & Vegetation Crew Support

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP

Paid training

Health/Dental/Vision/HSA

401(k) + PTO & EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other clients. You will work outdoors, assist with tree cutting and equipment operation, and travel to various sites, with safety at the forefront. The position features ESOP participation and paid training opportunities.

Join a safety-minded team that values certifications, physical stamina, and reliability. CDL is preferred, and proficiency with herbicides is a plus.

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather; capable of hiking and lifting 50 lbs.
• CDL preferred driver’s license.
• CPR/First Aid certification; herbicide applicator certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Groundperson cert

Outdoor work ability

CPR/First Aid cert

Herbicide applicator cert

Valid CDL preferred

Job description

Lewis Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other clients. You will work outdoors, assist with tree cutting and equipment operation, and travel to various sites, with safety at the forefront. The position features ESOP participation and paid training opportunities.

Join a safety-minded team that values certifications, physical stamina, and reliability. CDL is preferred, and proficiency with herbicides is a plus.