Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Atlantic City, NJ · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
What You'll Do as a Groundperson You'll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Atlantic City, NJ · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
What You'll Do as a Groundperson You'll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 2 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
$13.25 - $16.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 2 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
$13.25 - $16.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 2 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
$13.25 - $16.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 2 - Groundsperson
Elmer, NJ · On-site
$13.25 - $16.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Woodbine, NJ · On-site
$17.50 - $22.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1 - Groundsperson
Woodbine, NJ · On-site
$17.50 - $22.75/hr
Groundperson certification (or ability to complete) * Willingness to work outdoors in all weather ... apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and ...
Apprentice 1st Step - Apprentice 4th Step - NP
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ... APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Under close and/or directive supervision, and following ...
Apprentice 1st Step - Apprentice 4th Step - NP
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ... APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Under close and/or directive supervision, and following ...
Apprentice 1st Step - Apprentice 4th Step - NP
Dayton, TX · On-site
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ... APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Under close and/or directive supervision, and following ...
Apprentice 1st Step - Apprentice 4th Step - NP
Dayton, TX · On-site
$16.75 - $21.50/hr
... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ... APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Under close and/or directive supervision, and following ...
Maintenance Apprentice - Solstice Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16 - $22/hr
Maintenance Apprentice Property Website: www.solsticeorlando.com Behind Every Exceptional Community ... Maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities to a consistent, high standard * Managing trash ...
Maintenance Apprentice - Solstice Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16 - $22/hr
Maintenance Apprentice Property Website: www.solsticeorlando.com Behind Every Exceptional Community ... Maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities to a consistent, high standard * Managing trash ...
Maintenance Apprentice Property Website: www.solsticeorlando.com Behind Every Exceptional Community ... Maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities to a consistent, high standard * Managing trash ...
Maintenance Apprentice Property Website: www.solsticeorlando.com Behind Every Exceptional Community ... Maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities to a consistent, high standard * Managing trash ...
Facility Apprentice
Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Position Summary The Facility Maintenance Apprentice is an entry-level position that provides hands ... Working alongside experienced maintenance personnel, you will assist with building upkeep, grounds ...
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Facility Apprentice
Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Position Summary The Facility Maintenance Apprentice is an entry-level position that provides hands ... Working alongside experienced maintenance personnel, you will assist with building upkeep, grounds ...
Lineman Apprentice
Pataskala, OH · On-site
Prior experience as a Groundman, Laborer, or equipment operator in a line construction environment ... Apprenticeship Progression This position may be part of a multi-step Lineman Apprentice program ...
Lineman Apprentice
Pataskala, OH · On-site
Prior experience as a Groundman, Laborer, or equipment operator in a line construction environment ... Apprenticeship Progression This position may be part of a multi-step Lineman Apprentice program ...
APPRENTICE 1ST STEP JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training ... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ...
APPRENTICE 1ST STEP JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training ... grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits ...
Plumber & Plumbing Apprentice
Huntington Beach, CA · On-site
$17 - $28/hr
Our commercial plumbing team handles grounds, rough and finish plumbing for restaurants, offices ... We will also consider apprentice level applicants. Clean driving record required. Benefits for ...
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Plumber & Plumbing Apprentice
Huntington Beach, CA · On-site
$17 - $28/hr
Our commercial plumbing team handles grounds, rough and finish plumbing for restaurants, offices ... We will also consider apprentice level applicants. Clean driving record required. Benefits for ...
Plumber & Plumbing Apprentice
Huntington Beach, CA · On-site
$17 - $28/hr
Our commercial plumbing team handles grounds, rough and finish plumbing for restaurants, offices ... We will also consider apprentice level applicants. Clean driving record required. Benefits for ...
Quick apply
Plumber & Plumbing Apprentice
Huntington Beach, CA · On-site
$17 - $28/hr
Our commercial plumbing team handles grounds, rough and finish plumbing for restaurants, offices ... We will also consider apprentice level applicants. Clean driving record required. Benefits for ...
Apprentice - Maintenance
Sidney, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
The apprenticeship program provides the ability to work towards completion of a State Certified ... Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on the building, facilitates and grounds. Work may ...
Apprentice - Maintenance
Sidney, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
The apprenticeship program provides the ability to work towards completion of a State Certified ... Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on the building, facilitates and grounds. Work may ...
Maintenance Apprentice - Cool Lane
Richmond, VA · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
What You'll Do: As a Maintenance Apprentice, you'll work side‑by‑side with experienced ... Clean and maintain common areas and grounds * Turn over units (cleaning, painting, minor repairs)
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Maintenance Apprentice - Cool Lane
Richmond, VA · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
What You'll Do: As a Maintenance Apprentice, you'll work side‑by‑side with experienced ... Clean and maintain common areas and grounds * Turn over units (cleaning, painting, minor repairs)
Maintenance Apprentice
$16 - $21.75/hr
The apprenticeship program provides the ability to work towards completion of a State Certified ... Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on the building, facilitates and grounds. Work may ...
Maintenance Apprentice
$16 - $21.75/hr
The apprenticeship program provides the ability to work towards completion of a State Certified ... Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on the building, facilitates and grounds. Work may ...
PLUMBER APPRENTICE
Dallas, TX · On-site
$25/hr
Maintains facility and campus grounds, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean and safe manner ... Must be registered in a Plumber Apprentice Program with USDOL. * Rudimentary ability to utilize ...
PLUMBER APPRENTICE
Dallas, TX · On-site
$25/hr
Maintains facility and campus grounds, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean and safe manner ... Must be registered in a Plumber Apprentice Program with USDOL. * Rudimentary ability to utilize ...
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$12.26 - $14.53
6% of jobs
$14.53 - $16.81
14% of jobs
$17.25 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.81 - $19.08
25% of jobs
The median wage is $19.72 / hr.
$19.08 - $21.35
17% of jobs
$23.34 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$21.35 - $23.62
15% of jobs
$23.62 - $25.90
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$25.90 - $28.17
6% of jobs
$28.17 - $30.44
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How much do apprentice groundsman jobs pay per hour?
What is the difference between Apprentice Groundsman vs Groundskeeper?
| Aspect | Apprentice Groundsman | Groundskeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Basic horticulture or landscaping certifications, on-the-job training | Often requires experience, some certifications in landscaping or horticulture |
| Work Environment | Assists in grounds maintenance, works under supervision | Performs maintenance independently or with team, manages larger areas |
| Job Role | Learning and assisting with groundskeeping tasks | Maintains and cares for outdoor spaces regularly |
The Apprentice Groundsman is typically in a training phase, assisting experienced groundskeepers, while a Groundskeeper performs maintenance independently. The apprentice role focuses on gaining skills, whereas the groundskeeper role involves more responsibility and experience.
What does an Apprentice Groundsman do?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Apprentice Groundsman, and why are they important?
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Job description
Join a Company That Grows People
At Lewis, we're not just trimming trees - we're building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job - you're investing in your future.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
- Elevate your career with us - we prioritize training and internal promotions!
- Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
What You'll Do as a Groundperson
You'll be on the right hand of our tree crews, supporting vegetation management for utility partners and various other customers.
- Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.)
- Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, blowers, and sprayers
- Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines
- Assist with rigging and felling of trees
- Safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
- Apply herbicides (with proper certification) to manage growth
- Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
- Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
- Travel frequently (including overnight stays) to different job sites
- Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols
What You Bring
- Groundperson certification (or ability to complete)
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions - Physical ability to hike, lift up 50 lbs., and handle tools
- Valid driver's license (or ability to obtain)
- CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
- Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)
- Team player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations.
Physical Demands
Ability to:
- Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
- Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
- Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
- Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
- Operate two-handed tools and equipment
Continuously - Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements.
Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching.
Occasionally - Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.
Rarely - Sitting, Operating,
Never - Tree Ascending/Descending
Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.
Environmental Conditions:
Continuously - Outdoor work
Occasionally - Noise Levels
Frequently - Extreme Temperatures
Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
Never - Confined Spaces
Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.
Tools & Equipment
Equipment may include:
- Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
- Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
- Blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
- Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
- Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
- Tablets and communication devices
What We Offer
Union Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid training and certifications.
- Career advancement opportunities
- Local 351 Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our People Promise
Our commitment to Our People is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences between us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought out and valued.Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service's practices and policies are administered under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Spanish PostingUnase a una empresa que fomenta el crecimiento de las personas
En Lewis, no solo podamos arboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa de mayor tamano de gestion de servicios y vegetacion en Norteamerica y una orgullosa empresa propiedad de sus empleados, creemos que cada persona de nuestro equipo es importante. Cuando se incorpora a Lewis, no solo comienza un trabajo, invierte en su futuro.
Por que le encantara trabajar aqui
- Experimente un maravilloso entorno al aire libre mientras trabaja en la naturaleza, no quede atrapado detras de un escritorio!
- Eleve su carrera profesional con nosotros. Priorizamos la capacitacion y las promociones internas!
- Unase a un equipo vibrante que es pionero en seguridad, valora su opinion y fomenta un fuerte sentido de la camaraderia!
Sus funciones como personal en tierra
Como personal en tierra en Lewis Services, sera la mano derecha de nuestras cuadrillas de poda, apoyara la gestion de vegetacion para socios de servicios publicos y otros clientes.
- Despejar vegetacion y escombros de los lugares de trabajo alrededor de lineas electricas (podar arboles, eliminar vegetacion, levantar troncos, arrastrar maleza, etc.).
- Operar y mantener herramientas y equipos como motosierras, astilladoras, sopladores y pulverizadores.
- Ayudar a los escaladores observandolos desde el suelo, entregandoles herramientas y usando cuerdas de mano.
- Ayudar con el aparejo y la tala de arboles.
- Salvaguardar a los colegas y al publico de los peligros dentro del area de trabajo y sus alrededores.
- Aplicar herbicidas (con la certificacion adecuada) para controlar el crecimiento.
- Mantener los camiones y los lugares de trabajo limpios y organizados.
- Establecer zonas de control de trafico y dirigir el trafico cuando sea necesario.
- Viajar con frecuencia, incluidos pernoctes, a diferentes sitios de trabajo.
- Participar en las reuniones informativas de seguridad y seguir todos los protocolos de seguridad de la empresa.
Lo que usted aporta
- Certificacion de personal en tierra (o capacidad para completarla)
- Disposicion para trabajar al aire libre en todas las condiciones climaticas - Capacidad fisica para caminar, levantar 50 libras y manipular herramientas - Licencia de conducir valida (se prefiere CDL)
- Certificacion de RCP/primeros auxilios (proporcionada por Lewis) - Certificacion de aplicador de herbicidas (o capacidad para completarla y mantenerla) - Actitud de trabajo en equipo, adaptabilidad y una solida etica de trabajo
- Garantizar el cumplimiento con todas las reglamentaciones locales, estatales y federales aplicables
Demandas fisicas
Capacidad para las siguientes actividades:
- Levantar 50 libras hasta la altura de los hombros o mas arriba.
- Empujar o tirar hasta 50 libras.
- Caminar hasta una milla por terrenos irregulares.
- Soportar variaciones climaticas extremas (por ejemplo, de frio intenso a calor y humedad elevados).
- Escuchar, hablar, ver y comunicarse de manera efectiva.
- Operar herramientas y equipos con las dos manos.
De forma continua:estar de pie, caminar, manipular/sujetar, movimientos repetitivos
Con frecuencia:levantar/llevar, empujar/tirar, agacharse/arrodillarse, alcanzar
En ocasiones: conducir, subir escaleras fijas/plegables
Rara vez: sentarse, operar
Nunca: subir/bajar de arboles
Comentarios: Debe esperar una variabilidad en el tamano, proporciones, condiciones y pesos de los suministros al igual que en los equipos y las condiciones de trabajo.
Condiciones ambientales:
De forma continua: trabajar al aire libre
En ocasiones: niveles de ruido
Con frecuencia: temperaturas extremas
Rara vez: contacto con materiales peligrosos o problemas de calidad del aire
Nunca:espacios confinados
Comentarios: Debe esperar una variabilidad con base en los patrones climaticos regionales. Se requiere que el equipo de proteccion personal se use segun la Administracion de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (OSHA) y el Instituto Nacional Estadounidense de Estandares (ANSI).
Herramientas y equipos
- Los equipos pueden incluir lo siguiente:
- Camiones con plataforma aerea, camiones volquete, vehiculos todo terreno
- Motosierras, sierras de pertiga, sierras de mano, astilladoras
- Sopladores, podadoras, podadoras de pertiga, rastrillos, cabrestantes, cuerdas
- Equipo de escalada: arnes, correas, puas
- Pulverizadores, aplicadores de herbicidas, combustible, conos, carteles
- Tabletas y dispositivos de comunicacion
Lo que ofrecemos
Beneficios sindicales :
- Pago competitivo
- Capacitaciones y certificaciones remuneradas
- Oportunidades de progreso en la carrera profesional
- Beneficios sindicales, Local 351
- Programa de Asistencia al Empleado (EAP)
Compromiso con nuestra gente
El compromiso con nuestra gente es la clave del exito de nuestro negocio. Respetamos las diferencias entre nosotros, y aprovechamos esas diferencias para crear un entorno donde todos los empleados se sientan bienvenidos y tratados con justicia. Buscamos las mejores soluciones posibles al atraer e involucrar a una fuerza laboral diversa donde se busquen y valoren todas las perspectivas.
Lewis Tree Service es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades de empleo y se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades tanto a los candidatos como a los empleados. Lewis Tree Service prohibe la discriminacion ilegal o el acoso de empleados y candidatos por motivos de raza, credo, color, nacionalidad, sexo, edad (mayores de 40 anos), religion, discapacidad, estado civil, orientacion sexual, informacion genetica, estado de ciudadania, estado de veterano o cualquier otra condicion legal protegida, todas las decisiones de empleo, incluidas, entre otras, el reclutamiento, la contratacion, la compensacion, la capacitacion, el aprendizaje, la promocion, la degradacion, la transferencia, el despido y la terminacion, y todos los demas terminos y condiciones de empleo. Las practicas y politicas de Lewis Tree Service se administran en virtud de las leyes locales, estatales y federales aplicables.
Employment Type: FULL_TIMEAbout Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned
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Industry
Utilities
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
West Henrietta, NY, US