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Groundsperson

Job in City of Utica, Oneida County, New York, USA
Listing for: Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Landscaping, Outdoor / Nature, Arborist/ Tree Surgeon
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 29000 - 34000 USD Yearly USD 29000.00 34000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Utica

  • Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
Spanish PostingÚnase a una empresa que fomenta el crecimiento de las personas

En Lewis, no solo podemos árboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa de mayor tamaño de gestión de servicios y vegetación en Norteamérica y una orgullosa empresa propiedad de sus empleados, creemos que cada persona de nuestro equipo es importante. Cuando se incorpora a Lewis, no solo comienza un trabajo, invierte en su futuro.

Join a Company That Grows People

At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you’re not just taking a job — you’re investing in your future.

Why You’ll Love It Here
  • Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
  • Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions!
  • Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
Responsibilities What You’ll Do as a Groundperson

You’ll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting vegetation management for utility partners and various other customers.

  • 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
Qualifications What You Bring
  • Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
    - Physical ability to hike, lift up 50 lbs., and handle tools
    - Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred)
  • CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis) - Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain) - Team player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations.
Physical Demands Ability To
  • Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
  • Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
  • Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
  • Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
  • Operate two-handed tools and equipment
Continuously

Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements.

Frequently

Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching.

Occasionally

Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.

Rarely

Sitting, Operating.

Never

Tree Ascending/Descending

Comments:
You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.

Environmental Conditions Continuously

Outdoor work

Occasionally

Noise Levels

Frequently

Extreme Temperatures

Rarely

Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues

Never

Confined Spaces

Comments:
You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.

Tools & Equipment Equipment May Include
  • Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
  • Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
  • Blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
  • Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
  • Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
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