Groundsperson - Utility Vegetation & Field Crew (Travel)

ISA Certified Arborist; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts is hiring a Groundsperson in North Carolina for a full-time role. You will work on vegetation management, handle equipment, and support storm-restoration efforts, with possible overtime and weekend shifts. A valid driver’s license is required, with CDL preferred. The role includes safety responsibilities and carrying out tasks in a team environment.

Eligible candidates must pass a background check and drug screen; benefits include health insurance and a 401K option.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required. CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work from the ground to keep work area clear of debris using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gasoline-powered equipment to cut brush and trees.
• Define staging areas and set up/break down material, tools, and equipment.
• Prepare and feed brush into woodchipper; load/unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris.
• Operate various trucks and equipment; perform basic maintenance and report needs.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards; flag traffic to protect people.

Skills

Driver's license

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts is hiring a Groundsperson in North Carolina for a full-time role. You will work on vegetation management, handle equipment, and support storm-restoration efforts, with possible overtime and weekend shifts. A valid driver’s license is required, with CDL preferred. The role includes safety responsibilities and carrying out tasks in a team environment.

Eligible candidates must pass a background check and drug screen; benefits include health insurance and a 401K option.