Groundperson

Groundperson | CDL Required

Company : Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations : Charlottesville, VA Additional Locations : N / A Work Site : On Site Req ID : 217176

Position Overview

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

Job Duties

Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft. Supplies tools for tree workers. Controls road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods. Cuts, chips and loads brush and wood and proper job site cleanup.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. REQUIRED : Commercial driver's license with airbrake endorsement. 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

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.