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Groundperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Athens, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2025
Company: Wolf Tree, Inc.

Locations:

Additional Locations: n/a

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 209264

Position Overview

Wolf Tree, a Davey Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

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 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

Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines

ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain 

Additional Information

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

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com."

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.

Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of utility and residential tree care services and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. 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 Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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