Arborist - Grounds Person

Lewis Tree Service - Reading, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Reading, PA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Ground Person at Lewis Tree Service plays a crucial role in utility vegetation management, focusing on tree trimming and line clearing duties. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and the ability to adapt to various outdoor environments while ensuring the well-being of both employees and the public. The role includes participation in specialized training programs and offers opportunities for career advancement within a supportive, employee-owned company.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an innovative climbing skills training program.
• Work as part of a tight-knit crew in a team environment.
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for utility customers, including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removing trees, and removing broken limbs from wires and roofs.
• Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above power lines.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Remove limbs and brush, and clean up and dispose of debris.
• Mix and apply spray chemicals to preserve desirable vegetation.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area and help enforce on-the-job safety practices.

Requirements

• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and endure extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as tree species identification and local, state, and federal licenses.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and job duty skills tests.
• Ability to obtain a Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in tree trimming or utility vegetation management.
• Previous training in safety practices related to outdoor work.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Specialized paid training & certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program