Groundsmen: Join a Growing Tree Service Company and Make a Difference

Groundsman for tree services perform a variety of tasks to help keep the jobsite safe and efficient. Some of their most common duties include:

 

• Setting up and breaking down equipment: Groundsman help to set up and break down the equipment that is used in tree trimming and removal, such as chainsaws, stump grinders, and chippers.

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• Moving limbs and debris: Groundsmen help to move limbs and debris that have been cut from trees. They may use hand tools, such as axes and saws, or they may use machinery, such as skid steers or chippers.

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• Setting up safety zones: Groundsmen help to set up safety zones around the work area to protect bystanders and other workers. They may use cones, barricades, or tape to mark off the area.

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• Operating machinery: Groundsmen may be trained to operate certain pieces of equipment, such as chainsaws or chippers. They may also be trained to drive trucks or other vehicles.

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• Assisting climbers: Groundsmen assist climbers by providing them with tools and supplies, and by helping to keep the work area clear. They may also be responsible for spotting climbers and ensuring that they are working safely.

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• Cleaning up the worksite: Groundsmen help to clean up the worksite after a tree has been trimmed or removed. They may rake up debris, sweep up dust, or dispose of waste materials.

 

 

Groundsmen play an important role in tree service operations. They help to keep the job site safe and efficient, and they provide valuable assistance to climbers and other workers.

 

Here are some additional skills and qualities that are important for groundsman to have:

 

• Physical strength and stamina: Groundsman must be able to lift heavy objects and work in physically demanding conditions.

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• Attention to detail: Groundsman must be able to follow instructions carefully and be aware of their surroundings.

 

• Safety consciousness: Groundsmen must be aware of the risks involved in tree work and take steps to mitigate those risks.

 

• Teamwork skills: Groundsman must be able to work effectively with other workers, including climbers, drivers, and mechanics.

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• Problem-solving skills: Groundsman must be able to think on their feet and solve problems as they arise.

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