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Wright Tree Service

Groundworker

Stayton, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Operates and works around hazardous equipment, such as chainsaw, pole pruner, stump grinder, woodchipper, etc. * Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, on-the ...

Wright Tree Service

Groundworker

Stayton, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Operates and works around hazardous equipment, such as chainsaw, pole pruner, stump grinder, woodchipper, etc. * Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, on-the ...

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How much do stump grinder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for stump grinder in Oregon is $20.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.26 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a stump grinder?

A Stump Grinder operates specialized equipment to remove tree stumps by grinding them into wood chips. This job involves assessing the site, safely handling machinery, and ensuring complete stump removal without damaging surrounding areas. Operators must follow safety protocols, perform routine maintenance on equipment, and sometimes assist with landscaping tasks. Stump removal is essential for preventing regrowth, improving aesthetics, and eliminating potential hazards.

What does a stump grinder do?

A typical day for a Stump Grinder involves traveling to various residential or commercial sites to assess and remove tree stumps using specialized grinding equipment. You’ll spend much of your time outdoors working with machinery, ensuring stumps are fully ground and work areas are properly cleaned up afterward. Collaboration with tree removal teams or landscapers is common, and tasks may vary depending on the site and client requirements. The role can be physically demanding and may occasionally require flexible hours to meet customer scheduling needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a stump grinder?

To thrive as a Stump Grinder, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and experience operating heavy equipment, often supported by a valid driver's license and safety training. Familiarity with stump grinding machinery, personal protective equipment (PPE), and relevant safety certifications is highly valued. Reliability, good communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a landscaping team are important soft skills in this role. These qualifications are essential to efficiently remove stumps, maintain safety, and provide high-quality service to clients.

Do you need training to use a stump grinder?

Stump grinder operators typically require training to safely and effectively operate the equipment, including understanding safety procedures and proper techniques. Many employers provide on-the-job training, and certification programs are available to improve skills and safety awareness.

Is stump grinding a good job?

Stump grinding is a physically demanding job that involves operating specialized equipment to remove tree stumps. It can be a stable career with opportunities for advancement, especially for those with proper training and safety certifications. The job often requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and may involve some risk of injury if safety protocols are not followed.

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Landscape Construction Crew Member

Hillsboro, OR

Northwest Landscape Services (NLS)
201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Northwest Landscape Services (NLS)external

$17 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE SERVICES

Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight 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!

There are no current openings, but we are always looking for great people to join our team! If you are interested, submit your application and we will reach out when this opportunity becomes available.

We are offering a $300 Signing Bonus for this opportunity!

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the installation of enhancement projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

  • Commercial landscape construction experience preferred but not required

License or Certification

  • Valid driver license issued by the state where employed is strongly preferred
  • Pesticide license issued by the state where employed preferred

Specialized Skills

  • Apply common sense understanding to carry out tasks
  • Deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
  • Ability to communicate in English preferred
  • Ability communicate effectively with crew members and manager
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred but not required
  • Strong commitment to high quality of work and customer service
  • Ability to operate commercial landscape equipment and tools
  • Ability to complete tasks assigned in a timely manner

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
  • Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripherally, have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focus
  • Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
  • Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance on surfaces that may be narrow and/or slippery
  • Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Frequently works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditions
  • Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Frequently exposed to loud noise levels

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Perform landscape enhancement tasks, including but not limited to: sod, plant, boulder, stump, soil and bark installation, replacement, and/or removal; debris removal; drainage installation; trench digging.
  • Safe operation of landscape equipment, including but not limited to: ditch witch, wheelbarrows, power tools, backpack blowers, chipper, stump grinder, riding lawn mower, bobcats, tractors, and bull dozers.
  • Assist with initial and on-going training of crews
  • Develop and maintain a positive work relationship with manager and team members.
  • Promote and maintain safe working conditions
  • Shows up to work each day on time; completes all tasks within time expectations; adheres to company dress code policy; wears clean clothes to work each day; follows inclement weather policy and sick leave reporting procedures

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
  • 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: $21.00 - $24.50

Monarch Landscaping, WA is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer.

Monarch Landscaping, WA is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.

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