Groundsperson: Vegetation & Equipment Operator (Travel)

ISA Certified Arborist; Conway (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is seeking a full-time Groundsperson to support storm restoration and vegetation management. You will operate trucks and ground-based equipment, set up staging areas, feed brush to woodchipper, and help keep work sites safe.

A high school diploma is preferred; a valid driver’s license is required (CDL preferred). You may work overtime and weekends during emergencies, and a background check and drug screen are part of the process.

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

• Works 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.
• Setting up and breaking down material, tools, and equipment as required.
• Prepare and feed brush into woodchipper.
• Loading and unloading trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris.
• Operating various trucks and equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; report needs for major repairs.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury.
• Able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Ability to operate equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Driver’s license

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is seeking a full-time Groundsperson to support storm restoration and vegetation management. You will operate trucks and ground-based equipment, set up staging areas, feed brush to woodchipper, and help keep work sites safe.

A high school diploma is preferred; a valid driver’s license is required (CDL preferred). You may work overtime and weekends during emergencies, and a background check and drug screen are part of the process.