Groundsperson - Utility Vegetation Crew (Travel)

ISA Certified Arborist; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services seek a dependable Groundsperson in Baton Rouge, LA. The role supports the crew from ground level, follows strict safety rules, and helps maintain clean, safe work zones while moving brush and debris with hand and gasoline-powered tools.

Responsibilities include setting up staging areas, feeding brush into woodchippers, loading trucks, operating equipment, and performing basic maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CDL required or preferred depending on role.
• Experience in vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules to maintain a clean, safe work zone.
• Work from ground to clear debris using handsaws, pruners, and equipment.
• Set up staging areas and move materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Feed brush into woodchipper and load/unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris.
• Operate trucks and equipment; perform basic maintenance and report major repairs.
• Tie knots and rope systems according to industry standards.
• Safeguard workers and the public from hazards; flag traffic as needed.
• Work long hours and overtime during emergencies.

Skills

Groundwork safety

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Experience in related industries

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services seek a dependable Groundsperson in Baton Rouge, LA. The role supports the crew from ground level, follows strict safety rules, and helps maintain clean, safe work zones while moving brush and debris with hand and gasoline-powered tools.

Responsibilities include setting up staging areas, feeding brush into woodchippers, loading trucks, operating equipment, and performing basic maintenance.