Groundsperson: Storm Restoration & Outdoor Crew

ISA Certified Arborist; Fort Wayne (IN); In loco; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Descrizione del lavoro

ISA Certified Arborist in Fort Wayne, IN is hiring a Groundsperson to support crew operations from the ground. The role involves clearing brush and trees, assisting during storm restoration, and performing site clean-up with required PPE. A valid driver's license is required, and travel may be needed.

Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work in varied weather, wear PPE, and follow safety rules. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with overtime potential as described.

Competenze

• 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 personal protective equipment (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 necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Mansioni

• Follow safe practices and enforce rules on all worksites.
• Keep work area clear of debris.
• Work from the ground using handsaws, pole saws, pruners to clear brush and trees.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; feed brush into chipper.
• Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.
• Perform general clean-up of job sites after completion.
• 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 hazards.
• Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance on trucks and equipment; report major repairs.
• Safeguard employees and public by enforcing safety practices and clear communication.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Conoscenze

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Hearing ability

First-aid/CPR

PPE compliance

Driver's license

Verbal comprehension

Balance

Endurance

Tool operation

Storm restoration travel

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

ISA Certified Arborist in Fort Wayne, IN is hiring a Groundsperson to support crew operations from the ground. The role involves clearing brush and trees, assisting during storm restoration, and performing site clean-up with required PPE. A valid driver's license is required, and travel may be needed.

Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work in varied weather, wear PPE, and follow safety rules. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with overtime potential as described.