Landscaping Technician

Position : Groundworker
Employment Type : Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Supervisor : Crew Leader/General Foreperson

Key Responsibilities :

• Operates a chainsaw to trim brush, logs, and stumps from larger trees, working from ground level with gasoline-powered equipment.
• Loads and unloads vehicles with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, as well as feeds brush into a wood chipper. Collects brush and transports it to the chipper area.
• Works in proximity to hazardous machinery.
• Endures high noise levels from machinery, chainsaws, and wood chippers, necessitating the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Faces various weather conditions and natural elements, including irritating plants, insects, and dust.
• May navigate rough terrain.
• Assists in enforcing safety protocols for crew members.
• Protects employees and the public from potential hazards in the work area. Collaborates with local authorities when necessary to ensure safety during operations. Sets up barriers and warning signs to safeguard everyone involved.
• Applies herbicides and growth regulators to stumps and brush as needed.
• Operates a truck equipped with a brush chipper or other trailing units.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Carries and arranges tools and equipment at the job site.
• Services vehicles and equipment, ensuring they are kept in good working order, and reports maintenance needs to the crew leader.
• Performs additional related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Must be capable of wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to enter and exit a vehicle multiple times throughout the day.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and snow.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding both written and verbal instructions.
• Must communicate effectively and represent Wright Tree Service professionally.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Willingness to work extended hours and overtime during emergencies, including weekends and holidays.
• Competent in operating and maintaining all necessary tools and equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Maintain certification and licensing for herbicide application as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable laws.
• Must hold valid First-Aid and CPR certifications.

Wright Tree Service is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.