Ground Man / Tree Care Ground Crew Queen City Tree Service - 5.0 Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off On-the-job training 401(k) matching Safety equipment provided Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Spanish Equipment safety procedures Outdoor work experience Heavy equipment operation Chainsaw Moving English Full Job Description About Queen City Tree Service Queen City Tree Service is a growing, locally owned tree care company serving Charlotte and the surrounding communities. We run modern, well-maintained equipment, we pay on time every time, and we do the work right. This is a hands-on job for someone who shows up, works hard, and wants to learn the trade. No tree experience required if you have a strong work ethic and a good attitude. We will train you. What You'll Do Keep the drop zone clear and safe and watch out for the climber overhead Drag brush, feed the chipper, and load logs and debris Rake, blow, and clean the property so it looks better than when we got there Handle ropes on the ground during rigging operations as directed by the climber Run chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and small equipment (we will train you) Set up cones, signs, and traffic control on street-side jobs Load, unload, and maintain trucks and equipment at the start and end of each day Represent the company well in front of customers on residential properties What We're Looking For Required Reliable and on time, every day Able to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and work outdoors in heat, cold, and all conditions Comfortable working around heavy equipment and following safety instructions exactly Reliable transportation to the shop Willingness to learn and take direction Preferred Previous tree care, landscaping, construction, or general labor experience Chainsaw and chipper experience Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Bilingual English/Spanish Interest in learning to climb What We Offer $18 - $24 per hour based on experience Health insurance with employer contribution (Blue Cross Blue Shield) Paid time off and paid holidays All PPE and equipment provided Paid on-the-job training in chainsaw operation, rigging, and equipment Consistent year-round work, not seasonal A real path to advancement. Most of our best climbers started on the ground. If you want to learn to climb, we will train you, pay for your certifications, and move you up as fast as you earn it. Ground man to climber to crew lead is a path we actively build people through. How to Apply Apply through Indeed. A resume is helpful but not required. Tell us a little about your work history and why you want to get into tree work. We respond to every applicant. Queen City Tree Service is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 45.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Safety equipment provided

Work Location:

In person