Line Clearance Groundperson

Davey Tree Expert Co; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and PTO

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gifts

Employee referral bonus

Educational scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

Employee discount on Davey services

Cell phone discounts

Vehicle purchase discount

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Groundperson to join our Medina/Lorain County crew in Ohio. You will support the line clearance team by handling ropes, lowering tasks, and supplying tools while helping manage site safety and cleanup.

Compensation is hourly and reflects experience, with full benefits and opportunities for professional certification. This permanent full‑time role requires a valid license and the ability to work on site in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; CDL preferred and may be required depending on job requirements.
• Certificates and Licenses as necessary.
• Pesticide license, if required by state law.
• Line clearance certification if near utility transmission lines.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft.
• Supplying tools for tree workers.
• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by warning devices and other methods.
• Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred

Line clearance cert

ISA Tree Worker cert

Pesticide license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Medina, OH
Additional Locations:Seville, OH; Wellington, OH; Ashland, OH; Medina County, OH; Lorain County, OH
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:230403

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced Line Clearance Groundperson joining our team servicing the Medina and Lorain County, Ohio regions for Lorain-Medina Rural Electric including areas such as Wellington and Ashland.

Job Duties

• Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
• Supplying tools for tree workers
• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
• Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
• Certificates and Licenses if necessary
• Pesticide license, if required by state law
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain

Additional Information

What we offer:

Hourly rate range $18.00 - $20.00 based on line clearance / industry experience and if a CDL holder.

Group health plans*

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.

** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Generous performance incentive plan. Davey offers excellent benefits, the opportunity to buy Davey stock after 1 year, and industry related training and special Davey training course.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%