Groundsperson : Salem

Groundsperson

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground including clearing brush and trees as directed, and performing clean-up on each job site.

Essential functions include:

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Keep work area clear of debris
• Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way by using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; feed brush into brush chipper
• Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment
• Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work
• Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools and equipment at work site
• Set up and break down road signs as directed
• Flag traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury
• Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned
• Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment to Foreperson
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Groundspersons have no direct reports.

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chain saw and pruners in uneven terrain

Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions

Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance

Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR

Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)

Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position

Must be able to comprehend verbal job instructions/information

Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain

Must be able to communicate with others

Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day

Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment

Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.