Tree Groundperson | Olathe, KS

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Olathe, KS

Additional Locations: None

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230289

Position Overview

Assist with trimming and removing trees, unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties.

Job Duties

• Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft

• Supplying tools for tree workers

• Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods

• Cutting, chipping, stump grinding and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements

• Certificates and Licenses if necessary

• Pesticide license, if required by state law

• Herbicide license a plus

Additional Information

Competitive pay based on experience (DOE).

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Opportunities for advancement

• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

• Group Health Plan

• Employee referral bonus program

• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas

• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers

• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected] .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%