Tree Grounds person

Position Summary

The Groundsperson provides ground support to the Tree Climbing Team. This role will drive the box truck with chipper and assist the climber(s) in the safe management of branches, foliage and general landscape debris. They will send up tools to the climber upon their request, set up traffic cones and signage as directed, and be responsible for keeping the client’s work area clean and organized.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responsible for driving company box truck with chipper trailer
• Assist tree crews by working on the ground and handing tools and heavy materials to crew members
• Keep work areas clean and organized; always ensures job site cleanliness
• The groundskeeper will be responsible for assisting the tree climbers in the removal of trees, trimming of branches, and general maintenance of trees and shrubs
• Operate and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders
• Perform general ground level maintenance of trees and shrubs, including pruning and fertilizing
• Following all safety practices, will set up cones and signage to assure safe distance for any non-workers while project is occurring
• Follow safety procedures in all aspects of the job at all times
• Will communicate with team members and clients
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Ability to work in both a team and individual environments, where communication is constant
• Must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Displays traits of being dependable, punctual and have a strong work ethic
• Detail oriented
• Well known for possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Availability to work a 4/10 schedule (4 days a week, 10 hours a day)
• Desire to work outdoors all shift

Education/Experience/Licenses

• 21 years of age – required
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record – required
• 1 year experience driving long truck trailer rig –required
• DOT Medical Card – required
• CDL - preferred
• Any experience in arbor work – preferred
• Strong commitment to self and team safety - required
• High school diploma or equivalent - preferred

Work Environment

• Work is performed outside most of the time, under varying and extreme weather conditions. Ability to work in environmental conditions which may include direct sunlight for extended periods of time, rain, wind, dust and the high Arizona desert heat where temperatures could get as high as 120 degrees

Physical Requirements

•  Heavy work. Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• In this role you will frequently stand, walk, climb or crouch on narrow and/or slippery surfaces; stoop, kneel, bend to pick up or move objects; walk for long distances and on sloped ground and uneven surfaces; move, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles
• Ability to work full shifts outdoors in all types of changing and extreme weather conditions including direct sun, extreme heat including temperatures over 100 degrees for more than one hour at a time, cold, rain and snow
• Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard ten-hour day and in all weather conditions

Travel Required

•  No overnight travel but will work Valley-wide in Phoenix during the day

EEO Statement

Caretaker Landscape and Tree Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Caretaker Landscape and Tree Management participates in E-Verify and is a drug free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Driving box truck with tailer attached: 1 year (Required)
• Arbor: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver License and acceptable motor vehicle record (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Peoria, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21