Are you currently working in the Tree Care industry and looking to make a change?
Do you want to work for a company that VALUES every employee?
Ready to be more than just a person on the ground?
Grow With US! Joshua Tree, Charlotte's team of tree care, lawn care, and pest control professionals is searching for an experienced Tree Care Groundsman.
Tree Care Groundsman works alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, stump grinding and wood chipper operations. The Tree Care Groundsman is responsible for all communication with crew members and the public while climbers are aloft in trees or aerial lift trucks. The Tree Care Groundsman role is crucial in ensuring that all tree care operations are conducted safely and efficiently. Through maintain assigned equipment, practicing safe operations, and being an active member of the Tree Crew, the Groundsman's role is significantly important in all aspects of tree care operations.
We believe our future is only as bright as the talent of our employees. Joshua Tree is dedicated to expanding our employees' knowledge and offer paid training to all Tree Care Groundsman for class room work, seminars, certification testing and all certification related expenses.
What a Groundsman does:
- Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily
- Ensure that drop zones are safe for coworkers and public
- Perform pruning and reducing technique
- Safely use tree care operations equipment included but not limited to gas powered saws, pole saws/clips, and chippers
- Load and unload trucks and chippers with logs, brush and debris
- Follow directions from crew leaders and climbers
- Maintain professional image
- Provide friendly and excellent customer service
- Maintain and service equipment, as needed
- Follows safety culture and safety procedures
- Set up safety and traffic control measures for job sites
What do you need to be a Groundsman:
- Experience in Tree Care Operations is required
- Valid driver's license
- At least 21 years of age
- Ability to work 40 hours or more each week
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
- Excellent ability to communicate effectively
What Joshua Tree can provide for you:
- A culture focused on SAFETY
- Career advancement opportunities!
- Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days
- Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing
- Safety Incentives and Year-End Bonuses
- Uniform Servicing
Join a BETTER team of tree care professionals at Joshua Tree in Charlotte NC! We look forward to meeting you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Tree care: 1 year (Required)
- Rigging: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Charlotte, NC 28277: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person