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SOUTHWOOD REALTY
Posted a day ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Gastonia, NC, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Southwood Realty is seeking a tree technician to maintain and safely remove trees at their Southwood properties.
  • The role involves pruning, trimming, inspecting for pests and diseases, and operating various equipment such as chainsaws and stump grinders.
  • Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • The position requires alertness, focus, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, along with passing a background check and drug test.
  • The salary for this position is $15 to $20 per hour, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is preferred.
Southwood Realty is looking for a tree technician to maintain, trim, diagnose, and safely remove trees to keep landscapes healthy and safe at our Southwood properties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Pruning and Trimming:  Cut dead, weak or overgrown branches to improve tree shape and safety.
  • Tree Removal:  Safely cut down and remove hazardous, diseased, or dead trees.
  • Inspect trees for pests, diseases, and structural damage to recommend treatments.
  • Use chainsaws, wood chippers, stump grinders, and any other approved equipment needed.
  • Clear fallen trees and debris after storms. 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Must pass background check and drug test
  • Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
  • Ability to stand for long periods and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time

 Must be willing to perform other duties as required in the Lawn Care Department to include:

  • Perform all tasks of operations including but not limited to mowing, line trimming, blowing, leaf and debris removal, weeding, edging, hedging, raking and mulch installation
  • Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
  • Proper use of safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
  • Unloading/loading equipment and materials
  • Wash dirty equipment {including all mower decks} and return to approved storage location. Report damaged or broken equipment to management immediately.
  • Fill trucks, mowers, equipment, and cans with fuel additive & fuel in preparation for the next day (or as necessary)
  • Adherence to the company’s employee manual & procedures as required from all employees





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