Groundworker (Transportation)

Class A CDL Required Job Title: Groundperson Pay Rate Type: Non-Exempt Creation Date/Revision Date: 04/24/2026 Job Summary: The Groundperson assists in supporting all activities that occur on the ground during vegetation maintenance and management along power lines. This role identifies safety hazards while utilizing various types of tools and equipment to address brush and clean-up debris. Loads vehicles and equipment with manageable size limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping. Works on the ground using hand saws, ground saws or other applicable tools to cut brush, limbs and logs of larger trees. Operates and works around hazardous equipment, such as chainsaw, pole pruner, stump grinder, woodchipper, etc. Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, on-the-job safety practices, approved work methods and OSHA regulations. Sets up warning signs, barriers, flags, relays hand-signals, directs traffic and other applicable traffic control devices to protect employees and members of the public from hazards in and around the work area. Cooperates with property owner, customer, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways. Staging and clean-up of tools and equipment at the job site. Conducts routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools. Reports specialized vehicle maintenance or equipment needs to General Foreperson. During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty and travel outside of regular work location for the duration of the disaster. Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures. Other Duties: Drives and operates vehicles and equipment as assigned. Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work. Demonstrate knowledge on how to perform tree and bucket rescue. Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment. High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s or commercial driver’s license (dependent upon Division and utility/contract requirements) and DOT medical card in accordance with FMCSA regulations. Drive a vehicle with an attached chipper or other trailing unit to, from or within the work area. Maintain herbicide application certification or equivalent as required by Wright Tree Service and local, state, and federal law. Language Requirements (read, write, speak): English - ☒ Read, ☒ Write, ☒ Speak Spanish - ☐ Read, ☐ Write, ☐ Speak Other Language _________________ - ☐ Read, ☐ Write, ☐ Speak Travel Requirements: ☐No-Seldom ☐Yes-Occasional (up to 5%) ☐Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%) ☐Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%) ☒Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%) Physical Characteristics: This position may require physical demands and activities including: Must be able to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or make general observations of the community; close visual acuity, such as reading a computer screen, reading printed material, inspection of small defects, and using measurement devices. Ability to enter and exit vehicles and equipment numerous times per day. Environmental Factors: Routine exposure to indoor and outdoor working conditions. Routine exposure to weather, climate and temperature, such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow. position works outdoor on rugged terrain. Routine exposure to noise, vibration, working hazards such as proximity to moving parts, mechanical equipment, moving vehicles, gasoline powered equipment, electrical current, heights, exposure to heat, exposure to chemicals, work in close quarters, narrow aisles or passageways, communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, cleaning chemicals, dust, odors, and a variety of pests. respects diversity, and we are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical and mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, rule, or regulation. We are dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. is committed to complying with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, or regulations governing reasonable accommodations to individuals, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To that end, as required by applicable law, we will make a reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees who have requested an accommodation or for whom we have notice may require such an accommodation, without regard to any protected classifications, related to an individual’s: (i) disability, meaning any physical, medical, mental, or psychological impairment, or a history or record of such impairment; (ii) sincerely held religious beliefs and practices; (iii) needs related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; personnel other than the Chief Executive Officer or the Chief Executive Officer’s designee has any authority to enter into a contract of employment, oral, written or otherwise, express or implied, that changes or alters the at-will employment relationship. Any such agreement must be in writing signed by the Chief Executive Officer or the Chief Executive Officer’s designee. Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace: To help ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for our employees and others, protect Wright Service Corp. property, and ensure efficient operations, the Wright Service Corp. has adopted a policy of maintaining a workplace free of unlawful or unauthorized drugs and alcohol. Cargo: Groundperson Tipo de salario: El Groundperson asiste en todas las actividades que se realizan en el suelo durante el mantenimiento y la gestión de la vegetación a lo largo de las líneas eléctricas. Coopera con los propietarios, clientes y personal de emergencia cuando sea necesario bloquear calles o entradas. Capacidad para comunicarse con otras personas y representar a Wright Tree Service de manera profesional. Debe ser capaz de llevar el equipo de protección personal (PPE) requerido. Capacidad para obtener y mantener una licencia de conducir válida o una licencia comercial (según la división y los requisitos del cliente o contrato) y una tarjeta médica emitida por el Departamento de Transporte (Department of Transportation, DOT) conforme a las regulaciones de la FMCSA. Mantener la certificación o equivalente en aplicación de herbicidas según lo requieran Wright Tree Service y las leyes locales, estatales y federales. Requisitos de idioma (leer, escribir, hablar): Inglés: ☒ leer, ☒ escribir, ☒ hablar Español: ☐ leer, ☐ escribir, ☐ hablar Otro idioma _________________ - ☐ leer, ☐ escribir, ☐ hablar Requisitos de viaje: ☐Ejercer hasta 100 libras (45 kg) de fuerza ocasionalmente o hasta 50 libras (23 kg) de fuerza con frecuencia, o hasta 50 libras (23 kg) de fuerza de manera constante para mover objetos. Poseer la capacidad para levantar, mover y maniobrar hasta 50 libras (23 kg) ocasionalmente y hasta 30 libras (14 kg) con frecuencia. Debe tener agudeza visual suficiente para determinar la precisión, pulcritud y exhaustividad del trabajo asignado o para hacer observaciones generales del entorno; agudeza visual cercana, como para leer una pantalla de computadora, materiales impresos, inspeccionar defectos pequeños o utilizar instrumentos de medición. respeta la diversidad y es un empleador inclusivo y con igualdad de oportunidades que no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, credo, religión, nacionalidad, ascendencia, ciudadanía, edad, sexo o género (incluidos embarazo, parto, condiciones médicas relacionadas y lactancia), identidad o expresión de género (incluido el estado de persona transgénero), orientación sexual, estado civil, servicio militar o condición de veterano, discapacidad física o mental, condición médica protegida, información genética o cualquier otra característica protegida por la legislación, norma o reglamento federal, estatal o local aplicable. Wright Tree Service employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At Wright Tree Service, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of a successful business. We are committed to providing our employees with the training and resources needed to elevate their position into a successful career. J-18808-Ljbffr Wright Tree Service, Inc.