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The Davey Tree Expert Company Groundperson 195961 / Gulfport, MS in Biloxi, Mississippi
This Position is for a Groundperson / Utility Line Clearance with a company located in Gulfport, MS.
Duties and Responsibilities: Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft. Supplying tools for tree workers. Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods. Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup
Qualifications:Love of the outdoorsâ?¯. Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hireâ?¯
Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hireâ?¯. Required: valid driver's license. Preferred: Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement. Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work. Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state lawâ?¯. Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®â?¯
Benefits: Paid time off and paid holidaysâ?¯. Opportunities for advancementâ?¯. All job specific equipment and safety gear providedâ?¯. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company matchâ?¯. Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase optionsâ?¯. Group Health Planâ?¯. Employee referral bonus program. Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areasâ?¯. Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainersâ?¯. Scholarship Program for Children of Employeesâ?¯. Charitable matching gift programâ?¯
AAP/EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.