Groundsperson : Quinlan, TX

ISA Certified Arborist; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Groundsperson to support their crew in maintaining safe and clear work environments. This role involves operating chainsaws and other tools to clear brush and trees, ensuring safety practices are followed, and performing essential clean-up duties. Ideal candidates will have a strong physical presence, the ability to work outdoors in various conditions, and a commitment to safety. Join a team that values your skills and dedication while contributing to vital storm restoration efforts when needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in vegetation management or landscaping preferred.
• Must maintain balance over uneven terrain and operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Clear brush and trees using various tools from the ground.
• Load and unload trucks with logs and debris, and perform clean-up.
• Safeguard employees and the public by enforcing safe job practices.

Skills

Physical strength

Chainsaw operation

Effective communication

First-aid certification

Ability to work outdoors

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Hand pruners

Loppers

Brush chipper

Job description

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground, including clearing brush and trees as directed, and performing clean-up on each job site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep work area clear of debris.
• Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way using handsaws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; feed brush into brush chipper.
• Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.
• Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work.
• Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools, and equipment at the work site.
• Set up and break down road signs as directed.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.
• Drive trucks or operate other equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report major repairs to Foreperson.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices, keeping the work area clean, and maintaining communication with coworkers.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Groundspersons have no direct reports.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, and operate chainsaws 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 obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must wear necessary PPE.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position.
• Must understand verbal instructions.
• Maintain balance over uneven terrain.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard workday.
• Operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended or supplemented as needed.