What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ground Specialist position at Arbor Masters?
Ground Specialist
Arbor Masters is committed to nurturing a culturally inclusive environment that hires, trains, and promotes regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other protected class. We will always cultivate an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all Arbor Masters branches. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
Why work at Arbor Masters?
Arbor Masters is a third-generation, family-owned business, specializing in all areas of tree service and plant care. We love our industry, our work family, and making sure our customers are satisfied by approaching our work with high-level standards for safety and excellence. We are putting down new roots and expanding the family business. We are currently looking to add a Ground Specialist I to our team of experts. As a Ground Specialist I, your career is just beginning, and your role is vital to the safety, quality, and overall production of ground operations.
Your future at Arbor Masters:
When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. For example, in this position there is potential to eventually become a tree climber or even Crew Lead once you gain the leadership and technical skills to do so! From there the sky is the limit! Just ask our 30-year company veterans who started as a Ground Specialist I like you and who are now running bigger parts of the company! The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!
As a Grounds Specialist I, you would be responsible for:
- Supporting crew members by controlling lowering ropes, providing appropriate tools, and following safety protocols
- Operating and maintaining equipment including but not limited to chainsaws, chippers, rakes, and blowers
- Utilizing cones and signs to properly set up work zones
- Removing limbs and debris from work area to designated disposal area
- Maintaining a high level of quality work
- Utilizing safety PPE
Requirements:
- Must be a team player with a positive attitude!
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to follow directions and work independently
- Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions
- Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis
Benefits
- Medical Plan effective 60 days following start date
- Dental Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%)
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability (100% Company Paid)
- $25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)
- Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)
- Six (6) Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement)
- Professional certification and registration renewals
- Professional development training
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Our core purpose is to love people and pursue excellence in the tree care industry. If this resonates with you, please apply here! www.arbormasters.com
Salary : $18 - $22