Groundperson Nashville TN

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Requisition Number: 151947  

Company Name: The Davey Tree Expert Company 

Service Line: 1RES - Kent-Residential & Commercial Services 

Employment Type: Regular 

Job Type: Full Time 

Education Level Required: High School Diploma / GED 

Work Experience Required: 1 - 2 years 

Travel Expectations: Up to 25% 

 

Groundperson

 

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

 

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Tree Care Groundperson to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

 

What You'll Do:

*You will assist the climbers, foreman, and other crew members. *Performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients Including but not limited to:

*Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy *Installation of cables, bracing and lightening protection systems *Removal of hazardous trees

*Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more. *Be part of the most progressive greenspace stewardship team in the industry!

What We're Looking For:

*Love of the outdoors *Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire *Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire *Must be able to lift 50 pounds *Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law *Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist ®, ISA Certified Tree Worker ®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional ®

What We Offer: *

*Paid time off and paid holidays *Opportunities for advancement *All job specific equipment and safety gear provided *401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match *Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options *Group Health Plan *Employee referral bonus program *Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas *Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers *Scholarship Program for Children of Employees *Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. 

 

The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

 

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Company info

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Website : http://www.davey.com