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