Groundperson — Utility Line Clearance, CDL Required

Job overview

The Groundperson — Utility Line Clearance, CDL Required role is onsite in Richmond, VA. Compensation is not specified. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree care, grounds maintenance, and consulting services, including utility line clearance. The groundperson supports tree crews by handling ropes and tools, managing road and sidewalk traffic when needed, and processing brush and wood. These tasks help crews complete utility line clearance work and maintain safe, orderly job sites.

What you'll do

• Support crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs, and persons from aloft
• supply tools to tree workers
• control road and sidewalk traffic using warning devices and other methods
• cut, chip, and load brush and wood
• clean up job sites.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

groundperson

utility line clearance

cdl required

richmond va

the davey tree expert company

airbrake endorsement

tree crew support

traffic control

brush chipping

job site cleanup

up to 25% travel

paid time off

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• job-specific equipment and safety gear
• 401(k) match
• discounted stock purchase options
• group health plan
• referral bonus
• career development and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement. Travel expectations are up to 25%. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain is listed.

About the employer

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.