Groundsperson - Clinton, MS

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Groundsperson to join our team at Kendall Vegetation Services. As a Groundsperson, you will play a critical role in supporting our crew by performing various tasks from the ground, including clearing brush and trees as directed, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clearing brush and trees as directed
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Loading and unloading trucks with logs, brush, and debris
• Operating hand lines to lower limbs and equipment
• Performing general clean-up of job sites
• Setting up and breaking down road signs as directed
• Flagging traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury
• Driving truck or operating other equipment as assigned
• Performing basic maintenance service on trucks and equipment

Requirements:

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
• Must possess physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chain saw and pruners in uneven terrain
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position

About Us: Kendall Vegetation Services is a leading provider of vegetation management services. We are committed to providing our customers with safe, reliable, and efficient services.