Groundsperson

Groundsperson - The Townsend Company, LLC

Position Summary

A Groundsperson is responsible for preparing the job site and loading and unloading trucks with logs, brush, and debris. This position services and maintains equipment, directs traffic, and cleans up the job site. A Groundsperson assists tree crews by working on the ground and handing tools and heavy materials to crew members.

• Clears undergrowth from right‑of‑way using hand tools or saws.
• Clears sites, streets, and grounds of woody and herbaceous materials such as tree stumps, fallen trees, and limbs.
• Flags traffic to protect employees and the public from injury.
• Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and larger stumps.
• Gathers and feeds brush into wood chippers.
• Operates controls for winches, booms, and spray equipment.
• Follows and gives hand, voice, or other signals in operating associated equipment.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand‑powered tools and other tree‑related equipment.
• Drives and operates trucks and equipment as assigned.

• Understands occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Understands basic knots, including Bowline, Blake's Hitch, Taut‑Line Hitch, and Clove Hitch.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record per Company requirements.
• Knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to problem‑solve.
• Meet all physical requirements of the position.
• Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, DOT regulations.
• 18 years of age or older; 21 if CDL is required.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Entry level

Full‑time

Other | Industries:
Utilities

The Townsend Company, LLC and its family of companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.