Tree Care Groundperson - Chip Feed & Equipment

Asplundh Careers; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson to support brush and debris feeding into a woodchipper while scanning work areas for hazards. The role includes operating a chainsaw for brush and small trees, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety around the job site.

This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and outdoor physical work. Strong safety awareness and a willingness to pass pre-employment screens are required; high school or equivalent preferred, and age 18+.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Driver's License preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; entry-level role with no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
• Drag, gather, and feed brush into wood chipper.
• Services vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.

Skills

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Previous experience a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Groundperson to support brush and debris feeding into a woodchipper while scanning work areas for hazards. The role includes operating a chainsaw for brush and small trees, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety around the job site.

This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and outdoor physical work. Strong safety awareness and a willingness to pass pre-employment screens are required; high school or equivalent preferred, and age 18+.