Groundperson - Houston, United States - The Davey Tree Expert Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company
The Davey Tree Expert Company
Verified Company
Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter
Description
Groundperson


Additional Locations:
n/a


Primary Locations:
TX, Houston, 11450 FM 1960 W Suite 316, 77065


Requisition ID:180222


Position Overview:


Job Duties:


What You'll Do:


  • Assist climbers, forepersons and other crew members who perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
  • Direct road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
  • Haul and chip brush and debris and blow saw dust, leaving the work site clean and tidy

Qualifications:


What We're Seeking:


  • Love of the outdoors
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
  • Required: valid driver's license
  • Preferred: Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
  • Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
  • Preferred: relevant pesticide and/or herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law
  • Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Additional Information:


Company Overview:


What We Offer:


  • Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
  • Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
  • Opportunity to travel
  • Opportunity for overtime work
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
  • Employeeowned company and discounted stock purchase options
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Scholarship program for children of employees
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Divisional 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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

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.


Employment Type:
Permanent


Job Type:
Full Time


Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%
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