Groundsperson/Driver - Full Time

Groundsperson with Drivers License - Aiken, SC

Operations

Full-Time

Rate : $17 USD per hour

Pay or shift range: $Travel Required : Yes

The Groundsperson supports the crew by performing work from the ground including clearing brush and trees as directed, and performing clean-up on each job site. Must have valid Driver's License.

Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules

Work from the ground and clear undergrowth from right-of-way by using handsaws, pole saws and pruners, hand pruners, loppers and gas-powered chain saws to cut brush and trees

Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris; Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment

Perform general clean-up of job sites following completion of work

Carry, prepare, and store materials, tools and equipment at work site

Drive truck or operate other equipment as assigned

Perform basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment; keep trucks and other assigned equipment in neat and orderly fashion; report the need for major repairs to truck and equipment to Foreperson

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.

Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions

Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)

Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position

Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment

Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. Travel Required

Travel is required during storm restoration work when needed.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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