Groundsperson: Outdoor Vegetation Specialist (Paid Training)

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Wareham (MA); Vor Ort; USD 24.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay $21.52+/hour

Paid training and certifications

Career advancement opportunities

Local 42 Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Lewis Tree Service is hiring a Groundperson to work outdoors on vegetation management projects around power lines. You will clear vegetation, operate chainsaws, sprayers, and other equipment, and assist climbers and rigging teams.

Frequent travel and strict safety protocols are required. Candidates should have a Groundperson certification (or ability to complete), a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), CPR/First Aid and herbicide applicator certification (or ability to obtain).

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols.

Kenntnisse

Groundperson certification

Outdoor work readiness

Valid driver's license

Team player attitude

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Blowers

Sprayers

Jobbeschreibung

Lewis Tree Service is hiring a Groundperson to work outdoors on vegetation management projects around power lines. You will clear vegetation, operate chainsaws, sprayers, and other equipment, and assist climbers and rigging teams.

Frequent travel and strict safety protocols are required. Candidates should have a Groundperson certification (or ability to complete), a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), CPR/First Aid and herbicide applicator certification (or ability to obtain).