Groundperson

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.  
Locations: Petersburg, VA  
Additional Locations: N/A 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 224669 

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 Groundperson.

Job Duties

Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
Supplying tools for tree workers
Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
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

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Company 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. 

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%