Tree Care Groundsperson

BrightView; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Sacramento is seeking an entry-level Groundsperson to support pruning, removal, and maintenance activities in tree care. You’ll assist with ground-level tasks, operate basic powered equipment safely, and handle hand tools to complete daily assignments.

The role emphasizes following safety procedures, using PPE, and communicating effectively with climbers and the public. This position is ideal for newcomers eager to learn in a hands-on environment with BrightView’s established team.

Qualifications

• Follow established procedures for roping, rigging, routine maintenance, equipment adjustments, and reporting malfunctions (≤140 chars).
• Perform basic arithmetic for measurements relevant to arboricultural field operations (≤140 chars).
• Apply critical thinking to interpret and carry out instructions in variable field conditions (≤140 chars).
• Use standardized hand signals to communicate with climbers and crew (≤140 chars).
• Verbally communicate with the public to ensure safety around work zone (≤140 chars).

Responsibilities

• Perform basic ground-level tree care operations in support of pruning, removal, and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate introductory level proficiency in safe operation of powered equipment incl. woodchippers, trucks, and blowers.
• Use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, rakes, and shovels safely to complete tasks.
• Select and use appropriate PPE per safety standards and company protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, secure job site; manage traffic and protect the work zone.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Safety awareness

Team communication

Basic math

Tools

Woodchippers

Truck operation

Blowers

Hand tools

Job description

Description

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Job Summary

• The Groundsperson, Tree Care role supports tree trimming and removal operations by assisting with ground-level tasks, including clearing brush, chipping branches, and managing debris disposal. This is an entry-level position requiring no prior experience or training.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform basic ground-level tree care operations in support of pruning, removal, and maintenance activities
• Demonstrate introductory level proficiency in the safe operation of powered equipment, including woodchippers, trucks, and blowers
• Use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, rakes, and shovels effectively and safely to complete assigned tree care tasks
• Select and use appropriate task-specific PPE in accordance with industry safety standards and company protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site. Implements traffic and pedestrian control measures and ensure the protection of the work zone at all times

Education and Experience:

• Follow established directions and procedures related to roping and rigging, routine maintenance, equipment adjustments, and reporting of malfunctioning or unsafe equipment
• Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving weight, volume, and distance. Estimates or calculates measurements relevant to arboricultural field operations
• Apply critical thinking to interpret and carry out instructions. Completes standardized tasks with competence, adapting to occasional field variables as needed
• Use standardized hand signals to communicate clearly and safely with climbers and other crew members
• Verbally communicate with the general public to provide clear direction and ensure safety around the work zone

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g. safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Compensation Pay Range:

20 - 25

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

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