Groundman - Tree Care at Cagwin & Dorward A Corp in Martinez, California

Job Description:

Are you tired of looking for just another job and ready to build a lasting career? Since 1955, Cagwin & Dorward has been a leader in creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes and providing customers with exceptional service.

We believe exceptional service begins with hiring and retaining the very best employees, promoting from within, and cultivating a family-like atmosphere throughout all branches of the company. We are looking for hardworking, dedicated, and customer-centric people to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY:Assist crew members in daily tree care operations.Clean-up operations and any necessary assistance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:To successfully fulfill this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for this job.

Assist Trimmers and Foreman when needed.Control lowering ropes and supply tools for tree workers.Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed, using warning devices.Drive tree care equipment, spray truck and tow chipper.Proper job site cleanup.Provide quality customer service.Maintain,prepare, and use tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, and chippers).Learn and understand proper pruning and removal methods and procedure for trees and shrubs.Comprehend and apply the Employee Safety Requirements.Understand and perform first aid.Learn to operate a standard truck and tow chipper.Learn to understand the safe use of equipment.Learn to cut, chip and load brush and wood.Learn to rake and clean-up work area.Learn to prune trees or shrubs from the ground.Learn to tie and use the basic tree care knots.Learn to use protective equipment as required by Cagwin & Dorward.Act responsibly in emergency situations.Able to work five consecutive 8-hour days as scheduled. Available to work overtime at the request of management.