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Birchcrest Tree and Landscaping Inc Ground Operation Specialist in Rochester, New York
Birchcrest Tree and Landscape, a Gunnison Company, has built our reputation on our commitment to excellence for over 40 years. We offer qualified candidates competitive wages and benefits, educational opportunities, and the chance to develop your career with a respected industry leader.
Birchcrest Tree and Landscape, Inc. is looking for a year-round Tree Groundsperson with a minimum of 1-2 years experience in the tree care industry.
Tree Groundsperson Duties may include:
Hauling wood and brush from the tree to the truck, using various hand and power tools, assisting tree climbers, and cleaning the job site
Gathers brush and feeds brush into a woodchipper
Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and stumps of larger trees
Services truck, chipper, and equipment, and maintains them in a neat, clean, and specified mechanical state
Works on unlevel ground
Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature
Performs other related work, as assigned by supervisors
Requirements include:
Must be able to prune and remove trees in a safe manner while utilizing machinery
Self-motivated individual able to work well with a team of co-workers
Experience with the safe operation of chainsaws and other pruning equipment
Excellent work habits and organizational skills
Good communication and customer service skills
ISA Certified Arborist status, and/or CDL is highly desirable but not required
Minimum Requirements
Must be able to wear necessary PPE
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments
Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment
Given the dangerous nature of the work required, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift, move and maneuver heavy weights of 10 pounds frequently, and weights of up to 50 pounds
Gripping
Climbing
Climbing on and off truck
Balancing
Pulling and pushing
Join a team that truly makes a difference! At Birchcrest, we offer:
Weekly Pay
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Benefits
Employer Paid Life Insurance
401k + employer match up to 4%
Boot allowance on qualifying purchases
Uniforms provided
Equipment provided
Home every night for most positions
Birchcrest Tree and Landscape is an equal opportunity employer