Job Information
Utilities Service, LLC Groundperson with DL in Urbandale, Iowa
We are currently seeking a Vegetation Groundperson to join our team.
Essential Functions
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.
Works around hazardous equipment.
Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, with hearing protection.
Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
Works on unlevel ground.
Works around falling limbs with protection.
Minimum Requirements
Due to the nature of our business, employees are required to work on a variety of different properties, including school grounds and private property. Therefore, individuals convicted of a sexual offense that limits or restricts the areas to which they may go or who are a registered sex offender in any state or national database do not meet the qualifications for employment.
Must be able to 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 all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
Must be able to traverse various terrains.
Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to communicate with others.
Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks.
Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, and up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis.
Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc. Subject to call out work.
Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools.
Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Must have transportation to and from the startup location.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must pass a background and/or MVR check.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Physical Requirements:
Key:
Rarely = less than 10%
Occasionally =up to 33%
Frequently = up to 66%
Continously = 67% to 100%
Standing: Frequently
Seeing: Continuously
Walking: Frequently
Reading: Occasionally
Sitting: Rarely
Reaching: Frequently
Stooping: Frequently
Range of Motion: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Hearing - Speech Range: Frequently
Squatting: Frequently
Depth Perception: Frequently
Body Twisting: Frequently
Color Vision: Rarely
Crawling: Rarely
Lifting: Frequently
Sense of Touch: Continuously
Carrying: Continuously
Manual Dexterity: Frequently
Pushing: Frequently
Speaking Clearly: Frequently
Pulling: Continuously
Seeing Distant: Frequently
Climbing Ladders: Rarely
Climbing On/Off Truck: Occasionally
Climbing Stairs: Rarely
Climbing Poles: Rarely
Balancing: Occasionally
Gripping: Continuously
Lifting up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Lifting over 10 lbs to 50 lbs: Frequently
Lifting up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext 1339.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.