Groundsperson – Outdoor Vegetation & Cleanup Pro

Xylem Tree Experts; White Plains (GA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

XKIG is seeking a Groundsperson to support the crew by clearing brush and trees from ground level and performing site clean‑up after each job. Local to the Augusta area with a valid driver’s license is required; you will load, unload, and feed debris to chippers, set up road signs, and assist with storm work as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, physical demands, and the ability to operate various hand and gas tools while maintaining equipment and communicating with your team.

Formación

• Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chain saw and pruners in uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to wear necessary PPE.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position.
• Must be able to comprehend verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Must have endurance to perform duties for an eight or ten hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service tools and equipment.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsabilidades

• Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right‑of‑way using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, loppers and gas‑powered chainsaws.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into brush chipper.
• Set up and break down road signs as directed; flag traffic to protect workers and the public.
• Drive trucks or operate other equipment as assigned; perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly; report major repairs to Foreperson.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe practices and maintaining communication with crew.

Conocimientos

Physical strength

Balance

Outdoor work

Communication

Driver's license

Endurance

Safety awareness

First aid

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

XKIG is seeking a Groundsperson to support the crew by clearing brush and trees from ground level and performing site clean‑up after each job. Local to the Augusta area with a valid driver’s license is required; you will load, unload, and feed debris to chippers, set up road signs, and assist with storm work as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, physical demands, and the ability to operate various hand and gas tools while maintaining equipment and communicating with your team.