What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundsman position at Joshua Tree Experts?
Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?
Would you enjoy working for a growing company and ready to be more than just a person on the ground?
Joshua Tree Experts, the premier outdoor home service company in Salt Lake City, is searching for an experienced Groundsman.
This role is a dynamic opportunity to work alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew assisting in tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and wood chipper operations. The Groundsman is responsible for ensuring drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public while climbers are aloft in trees or aerial lifts.
What a Groundsman does:
- Assist crew with equipment and vehicle preparation daily.
- Ensure that drop zones are safe for coworkers and the public.
- Perform pruning and reducing.
- Safely use tree care operations equipment, including 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 and maintain/service equipment, as needed.
- Provide friendly and excellent customer service.
- Follow safety culture and safety procedures, including setting up safety and traffic control measures for job sites.
- Report to work on time each day and maintain a professional image.
What you need to be a Groundsman:
- Valid driver's license.
- At least 21 years of age with the ability to work 40 hours or more each week.
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Excellent ability to communicate effectively.
- First Aid and CPR Certified is preferred.
What Joshua Tree Experts can provide for YOU:
- A culture focused on SAFETY.
- Career advancement opportunities!
- Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance.
- Full-time, YEAR-ROUND employment.
- Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing.
- Uniform Servicing.
Join a BETTER team of tree care professionals at Joshua Tree Experts in Salt Lake City! We look forward to meeting you.
Salary : $18 - $23