Groundsman

Reports to Crew Leader The Groundsman works alongside a 2 to 4-person crew assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, stump grinding, wood chipper operations, and other tree care operations. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:
    •    None 

Duties and Responsibilities:
    •    Demonstrate Joshua Tree Experts Core Values
    •    Reports to work each day prepared and punctually
    •    Assists crew daily with vehicle and equipment preparation
    •    Practice safe driving techniques while traveling to and from job sites
    •    Safely operates chipping equipment, feeding limbs and brush into machines
    •    Loads and unloads trucks and chippers with logs, brush, and debris
    •    Perform various tree and shrub pruning and reduction techniques 
    •    Use proper jobsite audibles and verbiage
    •    Follows orders from Lead Groundsman, Climber, and/or Crew Leader
    •    Safely maintains equipment by cleaning, sharpening, and lubricating
    •    Conduct jobsite setup including but not limited to traffic control, drop zones, and chipping zones
    •    Actively participate in jobsite safety briefings 
    •    Executes recommendations of Arborist Account Managers in pruning, removing, or reducing for clients
    •    Use roping and rigging devices safely in trimming and removal operations
    •    Operates spyder lifts, boom trucks, loaders, power saws, pruning equipment, and other necessary equipment and tools
    •    Learn to utilize and complete stump grinding operations
    •    Administer emergency rescue techniques including but not limited to aerial rescue and first aid procedures
    •    Adheres to Safety Cultures and other related rules and regulations
    •    Follows ANSI Standards for proper tree care operations
    •    Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:
    •    Strong work ethic and commitment to safety, with the ability to follow instructions and work effectively as a team
    •    Excellent ability to present a professional image
    •    Ability to learn aerial lift operations
    •    Strong ability to provide excellent customer service
    •    Strong ability to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately
    •    Ability to understand and nurture safe tree care practice
    •    Ability to identify hazardous situations
    •    Ability to drive large vehicles including but not limited to light duty utility vehicles and chip body trucks
    •    Ability to haul a trailer or chipper with above described vehicles
    •    Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week
    •    Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if necessary 

Education and Experience:
    •    Minimum 1 Year Industry Experience or Successful completion of 90 Day Probationary Period
    •    TCIA Ground Fundamentals
    •    TCIA Chipper Operation Specialist
    •    TCIA Chainsaw Operation Specialist
    •    TCIA Tree Rigging and Removal
    •    Flagger Certification
    •    EHAP Certification
    •    First Aid/CPR Certified
    •    High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
    •    Pass DOT CFR-49 physical exam
    •    Must be at least 21 years of age
    •    Valid Driver’s License with no major delinquencies in the past 5 years
    •    Experience driving a forestry or bucket truck, is preferred

Physical Requirements:
    •    Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds for extended periods of time
    •    Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
    •    Must be able to quickly remove themselves from potential danger
    •    Must be able to pull up to 70 pounds
    •    Must be able to work in all types of weather and at extreme temperatures
    •    May be exposed to higher-than-average risk of work related injuries and illnesses from exposure to dangerous working conditions, machinery, and heights