Job Title: Groundsman
Company: Midwest Tree Surgeons
Location: St. Louis, MO
About Us:
Midwest Tree Surgeons is a trusted leader in arboriculture, proudly serving St. Louis since 2022. Our expert team of certified arborists is dedicated to maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of trees across the region. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, safety, and quality work, we take pride in delivering exceptional tree care services of all sizes and scopes.
Position Summary:
We’re looking for a hardworking and safety-focused Groundsman to join our team. This role involves supporting tree care operations on-site, including debris cleanup, equipment handling, and assisting climbers with tree removals and pruning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive to and from job sites across the St. Louis area (intrastate travel only)
- Assist tree climbers with removals, pruning, and other arborist tasks
- Remove limbs, branches, and other debris from work areas
- Haul brush and logs to trucks or designated locations
- Operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and ropes
- Maintain a safe job site by following safety guidelines and using PPE
- Perform cleanup duties at the end of each job
- Participate in planting and maintaining trees, as needed
Qualifications:
- Required: Valid Class B CDL
- Preferred: Valid Class A CDL
- Ability to pass DOT initial physical
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in groundskeeping or tree care
- ISA Certification preferred (higher pay offered with certification)
- Strong physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
- Comfort working with power tools and in noisy environments
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Basic understanding of tree care practices and equipment use
Schedule & Compensation:
- 4 to 5 workdays per week (4 guaranteed)
- 8–10 hour workdays
- Daily pay available
- Competitive compensation (depending on experience and certifications)
If you’re a motivated team player who enjoys working outdoors and has experience in tree care, we’d love to hear from you. Join Midwest Tree Surgeons and help us shape a safer, greener community—one tree at a time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
