Groundsperson

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here. Job Summary The Grounds Person Tree Care I role supports tree trimming and removal operations by assisting with ground-level tasks, including clearing brush, chipping branches, and managing debris disposal. This is an entry-level position requiring no prior experience or training. Duties and Responsibilities Perform basic ground-level tree care operations in support of pruning, removal, and maintenance activities Demonstrate introductory level proficiency in the safe operation of powered equipment, including woodchippers, trucks, and blowers Use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, rakes, and shovels effectively and safely to complete assigned tree care tasks Select and use appropriate task‑specific PPE in accordance with industry safety standards and company protocols Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site. Implements traffic and pedestrian control measures and ensure the protection of the work zone at all times Education and Experience Follow established directions and procedures related to roping and rigging, routine maintenance, equipment adjustments, and reporting of malfunctioning or unsafe equipment Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving weight, volume, and distance. Estimates or calculates measurements relevant to arboricultural field operations Apply critical thinking to interpret and carry out instructions. Completes standardized tasks with competence, adapting to occasional field variables as needed Use standardized hand signals to communicate clearly and safely with climbers and other crew members Verbally communicate with the general public to provide clear direction and ensure safety around the work zone Physical Demands/Requirements Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (during emergency work, mandatory overtime, after‑hours, weekends, and holiday work may be required) Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 80 pounds Ability to bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the day Work Environment Work outdoors in extreme conditions near automotive traffic and direct sunlight Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time Requires protective clothing and personal devices: eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, earplugs, long‑sleeved shirts, and work boots Equal Opportunity Employer BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. Job Description Flexibility This job description is subject to change at any time. Benefits BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full‑time team members. Benefits offerings for full‑time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co