Carden's Tree Service

We are currently seeking a Groundperson to join our team to do the following: Tree trimming, tree removal, supervise ground help, driving trucks from shop to job site and back. Helping ground help. Preferred tree trimming and removal experience.

Essential Functions

Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.
Gathers brush and feed brush into wood chipper.
Services truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
Works on unlevel ground.
Works around falling limbs with protection.

Minimum Requirements

Standard Driver's License (Required)

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
Must be able to wear necessary PPE as necessary.
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
Must be able to traverse various terrains.
Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to communicate with others.
Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks.
Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, and up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis.
Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight hour day. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc.)
Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Must have transportation to and from the our office location.

Must have a valid driver's license.