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Grounds Person

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care

Haledon, NJJob$21–24/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$21–24/hr
Location
Haledon, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDLValid Driver's License

Job overview

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is hiring a Grounds Person. The Grounds Person performs ground duties as directed by the crew leader, assisting with specialized pruning, take-downs, and cabling/bracing. This role involves operating equipment safely, participating in safety briefings, and performing proper felling and limbing techniques with a chainsaw. The individual will also perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, apply rigging techniques, and assist with driving and site cleanup.

Key focus areas include Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, and Assist in installing cabling and bracing.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver's License and Lift 50 lbs. Important skills include Operate Chainsaw, Operate Chipper, Operate Stump Grinder, Operate Log Mover, Rigging Techniques, and Standard Knots. Preferred (not required): Knowledge Of Native Tree Species, Knowledge Of Introduced Tree Species, and Knowledge Of Shrub Species.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate ChainsawOperate ChipperOperate Stump GrinderOperate Log MoverRigging TechniquesStandard KnotsPruning TechniquesKnowledge of Native Tree SpeciesKnowledge of Introduced Tree SpeciesKnowledge of Shrub SpeciesBi-Lingual

Qualifications

Lift 50lbsLift 80-100lbs With AssistanceValid Driver's LicensePrevious Industry ExperienceCDL

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

  • Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.

  • Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.

  • Safely operate equipment.

  • Participate in all job site safety briefings.

  • Perform proper felling, limbing and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.

  • Perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques and knowledge of standard knots.

  • Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

  • Perform ground duties such as job site set up and clean up as required.

Requirements

  • Previous industry experience is desired, but willing to train right candidate.

  • Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.

  • Ability to operate chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder and log mover.

  • Knowledge of industry standard rigging techniques and knots

  • Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species is desired.

  • Ability to lift 50lbs and occasionally 80-100lbs with assistance

  • Valid Driver's License, CDL preferred.

  • Bi-lingual is a plus

Benefits

Hourly range $21 - $24.

We offer a competitive compensation package including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

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