SENIOR GROUND MAN — TREE REMOVAL/SERVICES GROUND CREW
Role/Purpose
Senior Ground Man serves as a lead ground technician, supporting climbers and helping guide less experienced crew members while maintaining high safety and productivity standards.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead brush and cleanup operations
- Operate chipper as primary ground operator
- Assist with rigging operations and load control
- Direct ground crew movements during cutting operations
- Train and mentor entry-level ground men
- Assist with traffic control setup and teardown
Safety Expectations
- Enforce PPE compliance on the ground
- Monitor drop zones and communicate with climbers
Identify hazards and correct unsafe behavior
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Equipment Authorization
- Chainsaws (ground use)
- Chipper (lead operator)
- Rigging equipment (support role)
- Vehicle Driver
Equipment Operator
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Professional Standards
- Set example for new hires
- Strong communication and situational awareness
Accountability for ground crew performance
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Advancement Path
Promotion to Climber / Arborist upon skill demonstration, training completion, and leadership readiness.
