Tree Care Groundman: Training, Safety & Crew Support

Gabriel Group; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Educational assistance

Weekly pay

Health benefits

Job summary

Heman Services in Hawaii seeks a Groundman to support the tree care crew with daily tasks such as site cleanup, equipment handling, and assisting with pruning and removal.

This entry-level position offers on-the-job training, safety instruction, and a path to learn advanced tree care skills while working five 8-hour days and potentially overtime. Pay range is $20.00 to $30.00 per hour, with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, managers, and customers.
• Basic reading and writing proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist Trimmers and Foreman during daily operations.
• Control lowering ropes and supply tools to tree workers.
• Maintain traffic control to ensure public safety.
• Operate and drive tree care equipment and related vehicles after training.
• Maintain clean and organized job sites.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Maintain and prepare tools and equipment.
• Learn proper pruning and tree removal techniques and safe operation.
• Follow all company safety requirements.
• Assist in cutting, chipping, and loading brush and wood.
• Learn to prune trees and shrubs from the ground and tie basic knots.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Act responsibly in emergency situations.
• Work five consecutive 8-hour days, with overtime as needed.

Skills

Strong observation and problem-solving

Effective communication

English reading/writing

Job description

Heman Services in Hawaii seeks a Groundman to support the tree care crew with daily tasks such as site cleanup, equipment handling, and assisting with pruning and removal.

This entry-level position offers on-the-job training, safety instruction, and a path to learn advanced tree care skills while working five 8-hour days and potentially overtime. Pay range is $20.00 to $30.00 per hour, with weekly pay.