Groundsperson

Job overview

The Groundsperson role is onsite in Syracuse, NY, and is full-time. Pay is $30.67 per hour. The ground crew supports vegetation-management work, including clearing brush and trees and cleaning up job sites. The role helps crews complete utility vegetation work safely and efficiently by preparing and handling materials, operating tools and equipment, protecting the work area, and assisting with storm work when needed.

What you'll do

• Follow and help enforce safe work practices
• clear debris and undergrowth using hand tools and gas-powered chain saws
• load and unload logs, brush, and debris and feed brush into a chipper
• use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment
• clean job sites
• carry, prepare, and store materials and tools
• set up and break down road signs
• flag traffic
• drive trucks or operate equipment as assigned
• perform basic equipment maintenance
• communicate hazards and safety information
• perform storm-work duties as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

groundsperson

vegetation management

utility work

brush clearing

tree work

chainsaw

job-site cleanup

syracuse ny

xylem

$30.67/hour

full-time

storm restoration

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) enrollment option
• paid time off eligibility varies by position. Additional compensation may include overtime or premium pay, subject to eligibility.

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR; travel out of town for storm restoration work may be needed.

About the employer

Xylem I LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.