Grounds Person

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care
North Haledon, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

  • Perform all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
  • Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
  • Safely operate equipment.
  • Participate in all job site safety briefings.
  • Perform proper felling, limbing and bucking techniques with a chainsaw.
  • Perform pruning from the ground with hand tools and pole saws, application of approved rigging techniques and knowledge of standard knots.
  • Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
  • Perform ground duties such as job site set up and clean up as required.

Requirements

  • Previous industry experience is desired, but willing to train right candidate.
  • Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.
  • Ability to operate chainsaw, chipper, stump grinder and log mover.
  • Knowledge of industry standard rigging techniques and knots
  • Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species is desired.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs and occasionally 80-100lbs with assistance
  • Valid Driver's License, CDL preferred.
  • Bi-lingual is a plus

Benefits

Hourly range $21 - $24.

We offer a competitive compensation package including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

Posted 2026-07-02

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