Stump Grinder

Job Overview

Specialty Tree Service is a leading company in our industry in the region. We’re now hiring a Stump Grinder to help us keep growing. If you’re excited to be part of a winning team, Specialty Tree Service is a perfect place to get ahead. You’ll be glad you applied to Specialty Tree Service.

Job Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery and workpieces to ensure that they remain compliant with specifications to reduce any malfunctions and associated loss of production.
• Ensure grinding wheels are dressed according to specifications so that the machines remain at peak working capability.
• Stop any machines upon discovery of a problem and make the required adjustments as quickly as possible to minimize downtime.
• Operation of self-propelled hydraulic stump grinding machinery.
• Use of skid loader and clean up tools to remove stump grindings from properties and grade tree stump sites to the existing slope of the land.
• Preparation for equipment access before and after tree trimming and removal efforts.
• Lawn repair as needed, including final clean up and inspections of job sites.

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driven individuals with strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Experience as a grinder or similar job operating machinery or heavy equipment
• Able to stand all day and lift up to 50 pounds
• Pennsylvania driver’s license

Preferred:

• Strong verbal and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of machinery and equipment maintenance