Groundsperson - Utility Vegetation & Storm Crew

Xylem Tree Experts; Eden (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a Groundsperson to support the crew by performing ground-based work such as clearing brush and trees, and handling site clean-up after each job. This role emphasizes safety, outdoor endurance, and the use of hand tools, saws, and PPE to protect workers and the public.

The position requires the ability to work in varying weather, follow detailed instructions, and travel for storm-related restoration as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 by using hand-saws, pole saws and 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 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 truck or operate other equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment neat and orderly; report need for major repairs to Foreperson
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Skills

Physical strength

Outdoor work

PPE

Driver's License

Communication

First aid/CPR

Team safety

Education

High School diploma

Job description

XKIG is seeking a Groundsperson to support the crew by performing ground-based work such as clearing brush and trees, and handling site clean-up after each job. This role emphasizes safety, outdoor endurance, and the use of hand tools, saws, and PPE to protect workers and the public.

The position requires the ability to work in varying weather, follow detailed instructions, and travel for storm-related restoration as needed.