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Groundsman Jobs

Company

Sussex Tree Care
Address , Bridgeville, 19933, De
Employment type
Salary
Expires 2023-07-19
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description
The Groundsman position is a support and technician level job that entails close observance of all safety issues involved in Tree work as well as skills that support the work performed by the Tree Crew, allowing a smooth flow of productivity at the job-site. The crew groundsman will directly report to the crew foreman for day-to-day responsibilities for each assigned job. The expectation of this professional is compliance with company policies, successful completion of all assigned tasks, and development of strong relationships with all team members.

Duties

  • Being attentive to the Climber’s cues throughout the job, always keeping their eyes on the Climber.
  • Filling equipment with fuel while being mindful of safe handling of fuels.
  • Knowledge of stump grinder and chipper maintenance
  • Strong knowledge of tying & specific uses of tree-industry knots
  • Placing all necessary traffic signage in a visible location.
  • Safety for all types of equipment used (Chipper, Stump Grinder, Chain Saw, loaders, etc.).
  • General knowledge of crane operations
  • Assuring that all lines are kept clear at all times.
  • Defining the staging area and safe zones on the jobsite and laying out the tools for the job.
  • Keeping tools in the staging area and safe zone.
  • Keeping the work area clear of debris, cleaning up limbs and branches as they are brought down in tree cutting work. Raking the area clear to maintain the safety zone.
  • Knowledge of riggings used in tree work (i.e. rope brakes & speed lines)
  • Lining up branches and piling appropriately for loading into the Chipper.
  • Being a reliable member of the team responsive to visual cues and hand signals from the Climber and acting promptly with ground support.
  • Knowledge of chain saw blade sharpening & maintenance

Qualifications

  • Strong work ethic
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Must present a positive personal image
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Self motivated team player