Sperber Landscape Companies - Sperber Companies Hawaii

Primary Purpose: Under direction of the tree crew Foreman and Climber; assist in the ground work operations of the tree crew. Build a strong customer base by providing high quality and friendly service. Must adhere to company standards, procedures and safety procedures at all times.

Essential Functions, Maintain equipment and tools to ensure they are running properly, clean and neat. Assist with daily vehicle inspection. Secure work site for traffic and pedestrian control with proper use of signage, cones, barricades, caution tape and monitor vehicle and pedestrian traffic for safety around work site. Prepare tools needed for job such as; fuel chainsaws, rakes, shovels and blowers. Install lowering devices and bull ropes when applicable. Rope handling such as; clearing climbers lines and handling lowering rope. Prepare brush piles and logs for chipping or loading. Buck up brush and logs with chainsaws. Operate heavy equipment to handle large debris. Chip brush, load logs and grind tree stumps. Prune small trees from the ground. Hedge shrubs from the ground. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Working Conditions: Work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather and many different types of conditions such as; dusty, hot, muddy, level properties, and steep hillside properties. Equipment Used: Chainsaw, power pole saw, gas hedger, blower, chipper, stump grinder. Work Hours: Hours will vary, depending on project, Monday - Sunday or as needed after 4:00 p.m. Physical, Mental, and Communication Demands: Position requires frequent lifting of at least 50lbs. unassisted. Also requires bending, squatting, kneeling and moving equipment on a daily basis, operating power equipment which is heavy and loud. Requires minimum English skills; verbal and written. Requires learning the skills and ability to operate all equipment. Must be self-motivated and able to handle various problems arising on the job. Must be able to follow specific instructions and safety procedures. Requires a willingness to learn and grow with the company to reach advancement goals. Skills/Knowledge: Must be able to follow instructions and safety procedures, including safety rules of operating equipment. Must possess minimal understanding of English and math. Requirements: Must have current Driver License