Vegetation Management Ground Person

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Milhouse Forestry headquartered out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a member of the Milhouse Family of Companies. At Milhouse,

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Milhouse Forestry headquartered out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a member of the Milhouse Family of Companies. At Milhouse, we pride ourselves on being a team of problem-solving professionals bringing over 20 years’ experience. We are dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative services in Engineering, Construction, Snow Maintenance and now Vegetation Management.

Joining the Milhouse team, you will be challenged to consistently exceed the expectations of the clients for whom we work and the communities we serve.

As a full-time utility contractor, Milhouse Forestry performs tree right of way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, emergency storm work, and logistical support.

We are currently seeking a full time Ground Person to join our growing team. This is a non-union position reporting out of our Atlanta headquarters and reporting to the Vegetation Management Foreman.

🌟Receive a $750 sign on/stay bonus along with a very competitive base salary!

You can also earn more by referring other great people to join you and the Milhouse team! You are eligible on Day One to participate.

Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs and stumps of larger trees.

Gathers brush and feed brush into wood chipper.

Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal

Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment which includes tank, pump, hose reel, 200 feet of ½ inch hose, or utilizes back-pack to treat remote areas.

Services truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.

Assists senior spray person in mixing herbicide in holding tank.

Vegetation Management and/or Grounds Person experience is a plus

Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.

Ability to concentration and maintain attention for extended periods of time.

Able to consistently wear necessary PPE as necessary.

Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.

Must be able to withstand exposure to various weather conditions while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold while keeping safety in the forefront.

Capable of effective communications and comprehension skills both verbally and in writing..

Requires a standard 8 or 10 hour work day Monday – Thursday with additional hours as needed.

Capable of supporting call-out work with overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, or long work hours.

Must have a valid Driver’s License, pass a background check, and have the ability to meet DOT medical certification requirements and obtain a valid DOT Medical Card within 2 weeks from start date.

Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools.

Must have sufficient transportation to and from work site location.

Can work around hazardous equipment.

Can work in environments where there is excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, while utilizing the proper hearing protection.

Can work in various temperatures and weather conditions being exposed to nature, i.e., dense vegetation which may include aggressive foliage, insects, seasonal plants etc.

Can occasionally work on unleveled ground.

With the proper PPE, will work around falling limbs.