GROUNDPERSON - Memphis, TN

Kendall Vegetation Services has been in business for over 60 years and provides full-service vegetation management for the Utilities industry in 14 states. Starting as a commercial tree trimming company, we also provide services such as storm and emergency restoration, line clearance, herbicide application, and transmission right-of-way maintenance and mowing.

$1,000 Signing Bonus - conditions will apply

The Groundperson positions clears brush and trees as directed and performs clean-up on each job site.

Essential duties include:
•    Working from the ground and clearing undergrowth from right-of-way by using a variety of tools
•    Loading and unloading trucks with logs, brush and debris; feeding brush into chipper
•    Performing general clean-up of job sites following completion of work
•    Carrying, preparing, and storing materials, tools and equipment at work site
•    Flagging traffic to protect employees and the public from potential harm or injury

Specific requirements include:
•    Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
•    Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position
•    Physical strength and balance to drag heavy limbs, use chain saw, and pruners in uneven terrain
•    Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
•    Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment
•    Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

We provide safety instruction from day one and every day throughout your employment, a comprehensive benefit plan, 401(K), paid holidays, vacation, referral bonuses, and opportunities to learn other skills for promotions.

Kendall is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.