Groundworker: Vegetation & Safety Tech for Power Lines

Wright Tree Service; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves safety hazard identification, using various tools and equipment to manage brush and debris, and working in outdoor environments.

The position requires strong safety awareness and the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision while adhering to company policies and OSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and DOT medical card may be required depending on division.

Responsibilities

• Load vehicles and equipment with limbs and logs of manageable size.
• Cut brush and limbs using hand saws or ground saws.
• Gath­er brush, limbs, and logs to designated chipping area.
• Apply herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps.
• Operate hazardous equipment (chainsaw, pole pruner, stump grinder, woodchipper).
• Maintain safe work practices and follow OSHA regulations.
• Use tools to remove debris from the work area.
• Set up traffic control measures to protect workers and public.

Skills

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Communication

PPE usage

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

First-Aid & CPR certification

Tools

Chainsaw

Pole pruner

Stump grinder

Woodchipper

Job description

Wright Tree Service is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation maintenance along power lines. The role involves safety hazard identification, using various tools and equipment to manage brush and debris, and working in outdoor environments.

The position requires strong safety awareness and the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision while adhering to company policies and OSHA regulations.