What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Crew Member position at Wise Owl Tree Company?
The Grounds Crew Member is responsible for assisting the Tree Crew Foreman and/or Climber in completing work orders in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner in a way that does not sacrifice quality and exceeds customer expectations.
COMPANY CORE VALUES
- Stay Safety Focused at all times and always follow ISA best practices
- Possess and demonstrate Teamwork to promote a harmonious environment
- Complete work with integrity and be Kind & Thorough with every single job
- Ensure you and the people around you maintain Honesty Always
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supports climbers by preparing trucks, collecting equipment and departing the shop within 15 minutes of arrival. Meets with Foreman to understand equipment needed for daily work.
- Performs and correctly documents daily truck inspection checks.
- Inspects job-specific equipment to ensure all items are in a safe working order. Ensure crewmembers are preparing trucks, collecting equipment and departing the shop in a timely manner.
- Assures that vehicles and equipment are fueled, cleaned and fully readied for service in preparation for the next day.
- Sets up safety barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers at jobs to protect employees and public.
- Removes branches, cleans up and disposes of debris.
- Stump grinding and field mowing.
- Operates equipment, such as gasoline and hydraulic tools and machinery, power saws, and sprayers.
- Uses hand tools, such as axes, saws, and pruners.
- Flexes work schedule as business demands.
- Follows all safety and housekeeping protocols.
- Fills snow removal position during snow season and performs all associated duties.
- Reports to work on time each day, identifies and suggests job improvements, and strives for quality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Reliable transportation.
- Valid driver license with clean record. Chauffeur license is preferred, CDL a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly exposed to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme hot and cold conditions.
- Employee will be required to move and bend easily into climbing gear and up a tree.
- While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly exposed to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme hot and cold conditions and loud noises.
- Heavy lifting, bending and crawling may be required.
- Employee will be required to walk for long stretches of time.
- Employee should be able to lift 50 pounds and dig when necessary.
COMPANY BENEFITS
- Health/HSA, Dental, Eye, and Unum available after 90 day waiting period
- 401K available after 6 months wait (Summit with match up to 4%)
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20