Groundperson

　　The groundperson is responsible for gathering and feeding brush & debris into a woodchipper, scanning areas from trip and fall hazards, ensuring other workers stay out of the path of travel. This position is also responsible for maintaining equipment and materials.

　　The Largest Tree Company in the World is Now Hiring! Are you looking for a new opportunity with a solid, nationwide company that offers competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

　　Begin your new career with Asplundh: Asplundh Brush Control LLC is now searching for a Notification Specialist to join our team. As a Notification Specialist, you will assist with tree identification, tracking and documentation.

　　This is a full-time position year-round with Union benefits and you get PAID WEEKLY!

　　A family-owned and operated corporation headquartered near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Asplundh has grown to employ over 33,000 service professionals throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

　　Job Type : Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

　　Pay : Competitive, Hourly

　　Benefits:

　　Paid weekly

　　Outstanding growth and career advancement opportunities

　　Competitive health/benefit packages including sick pay

　　401(k) matching

　　All major holidays paid after 90 days

　　Life, Long-Term/Short-Term Disability Insurance

　　Typical work week: Monday-Thursday (10hr days) – 40hr week and 3-day weekend

　　Overtime opportunities available throughout the year

　　Local and travel positions (with per diem) available

　　You will be trained and certified in First Aid & CPR

　　Company vehicle (dependent on position)

　　Employee Assistance Program offered

　　CDL certification opportunities available and paid by the company

　　Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

　　Operate chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.

　　Drag, gather, and feed brush into wood chipper.

　　Services vehicles and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Must be 18 years-of-age or older.Education & Experience

　　High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

　　Entry-level position, no experience required.

　　Previous experience a plus.

　　Pre-Screen

　　Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.License & Certifications:

　　Driver's License Preferred.Physical Requirements:

　　RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Crawling, Climbing Poles, Color Vision, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs

　　OCCASSIONAL (up to 33%): stooping, kneeling squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, climbing on/off truck, gripping, lifting over 10 lbs to 50 lbs., reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting over 50 lbs.

　　FREQUENT (up to 66%): standing, walking, manual dexterity, seeing distant, seeing, reading, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception, climbing stairs, lifting up to 10 lbs.

　　CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing, Carrying, Pulling

　　Safety

　　Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate & handle confrontations professionally.

　　Works around hazardous equipment.

　　Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, and wood chippers, with hearing protection.

　　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.

　　About Us:

　　Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative line clearance services to the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing. Diversification over the years has opened vegetation management services to other specialized markets such as municipalities, railroads, pipelines, helicopter vegetation services, and departments of transportation.

　　Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer.