Groundperson

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.  
Locations: Cypress, TX  
Additional Locations: Houston, TX 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 230343 

Compensation Data

$1,000.00 sign-on bonus, depending on skills and experience.

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 Texas driver’s license 
• Required: Chipper equipment experience 
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B without air brake restriction 
• 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® 

Company Overview

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 

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%