Groundsperson: Outdoor Vegetation Tech & Storm Crew

Xylem Tree Experts; Siler City (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a groundsperson for vegetation management and storm response. This role performs physical outdoor work, clears undergrowth, handles tools like chainsaws and pruners, and assists in loading materials and setting up traffic safety measures.

You will maintain equipment, follow safety rules, and travel for storm restoration as needed. A high school diploma is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chainsaw and pruners in uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first‑aid certification and CPR.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe practices and enforce rules to protect workers and the public.
• Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from rights‑of‑way using saws and pruners.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into brush chipper.
• Flag traffic and set up road signs to protect workers.
• Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment and report major repairs.

Skills

Physical strength

Balance

Outdoor work

Hearing ability

First aid/CPR

PPE usage

Driver's license

Verbal comprehension

Communication

Endurance

Tool operation

Storm response travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gas-powered chain saw

Pole saw

Brush chipper

Pruners

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a groundsperson for vegetation management and storm response. This role performs physical outdoor work, clears undergrowth, handles tools like chainsaws and pruners, and assists in loading materials and setting up traffic safety measures.

You will maintain equipment, follow safety rules, and travel for storm restoration as needed. A high school diploma is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.