Monarch Landscaping Pflugerville , TX 78660
Posted 2 weeks ago
Texscapes Services
Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in six states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!
SUMMARY
Assists in process of trimming and removal of trees, clearing and chipping tree debris, and disposing of tree debris by performing the following duties
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary function of this position is to work as a member of a tree crew which includes varying numbers of Grounds workers, Climbers, and Crew Leaders. A G-2 works as part of an effective tree care team. A grounds person at this level assists and supports the crew leader and climber in a variety of ways.
Role Specific Responsibilities
Working as part of a team that performs tree care activities to maintain safe and healthy trees for our clients
Job site set up and clean up
Daily equipment inspection and maintenance
Supporting other team members in tree care activities
Ensuring that all operations, job sites and employees are safe and that the general public which might come into contact with the area will be safe
Communicating effectively with other crew members and the public
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
LANGUAGE SKILLS
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITY
Apply critical thinking skills to understand and carry out instructions related to sequential tasks.
Perform standardized tasks with occasional variables in or from these situations encountered on the job.
RESPONSIBILITY AND JUDGEMENT RELATED TO:
DATA
COMMUNICATION
It is essential to communicate using hand signals with climbers and communicate verbally with the general public to direct them safely around the work area.
It is critical to communicate effectively with the climber and crew leader to ensure safety and to perform the work within acceptable standards.
BEST PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TASKS
Grounds Person 2 (G-2) is an advanced ground operations position-The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in all G-1 skills or have verifiable experience in those areas. Team members at the G-2 level have advanced ground operations skills and demonstrate proficiency in the following areas related to tree care
Arboricultural Fundamentals- a G-2 can perform all role specific tree care operations on the ground.
Equipment operation- a G-2 has advanced skills in the safe operation of powered equipment such as chippers, trucks and blowers.
Chainsaw cutting techniques- a G-2 has intermediate to advanced skills with a chainsaw. A G-2 can effectively employ a variety of ground based cutting techniques- including limbing, bucking and directional felling
Tools- a G-2 can effectively use hand tools such as a pole saw or pole pruner to prune trees from the ground
PPE- a G-2 uses task specific Personal Protective Equipment according to industry standards and company protocols.
Jobsite Management- a G-2 is responsible for keeping a jobsite clean and organized. A G-2 can assist the climber or crew leader in rigging operations. A G-2 has demonstrated proficiency in supporting the set-up of basic rigging systems from the ground in order to reduce the likelihood of property damage or personal injury. G-2 effectively implements plans to control vehicular and pedestrian traffic on the jobsite with minimal guidance from other team members. The G-2 maintains a protected work zone with little guidance from other team members.
Total Rewards
At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:
The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
Company Provided Life/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
7 Paid Holidays
3 Days Paid Bereavement
5 Days Paid Jury Duty
Employee Equity Program
Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year
Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
Referral Bonuses Programs
Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
Education Assistance
Best-in-Class Learning Management System
Career Advancement Opportunities
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.
Pay range: $16.00 - $22.00
Texscapes Services is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer.
Texscapes Services is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.
Monarch Landscaping