Outdoor Vegetation Technician Ground Crew

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Paid training

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service in Memphis is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You’ll work outdoors, clear vegetation near power lines, and help tree crews with rigging, tool handling, and safety.

Required are groundperson certification (or ability to obtain), outdoor stamina, a valid driver’s license, and herbicide applicator certification (or ability to obtain). Lewis offers ESOP and paid training.

Qualifications

• Groundperson certification or the ability to complete it is required.
• Herbicide applicator certification or ability to complete and maintain it is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification provided by Lewis is expected or provided.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred) is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.).
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers.
• Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines.
• Assist with rigging and felling of trees.
• Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth.
• Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites.
• Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed.
• Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites.
• Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical endurance

Team player

Safety-conscious

Education

Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)

Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)

CPR/First Aid certification provided by Lewis

Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)

Job description

Lewis Tree Service in Memphis is seeking a Groundperson to support vegetation management for utility partners and other customers. You’ll work outdoors, clear vegetation near power lines, and help tree crews with rigging, tool handling, and safety.

Required are groundperson certification (or ability to obtain), outdoor stamina, a valid driver’s license, and herbicide applicator certification (or ability to obtain). Lewis offers ESOP and paid training.