Groundsman Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary We are seeking a hardworking and safety-minded Groundman Laborer to support our field crews. You will be the "boots on the ground," assisting with tree removal, brush clearing, and vegetation management. This is an entry-level to mid-level role perfect for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work and is looking for a career with a real stake in the company’s success.

Key Responsibilities *

Ground Support: Assist tree climbers and equipment operators by hauling brush, feeding wood chippers, and staging tools.

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate chainsaws, blowers, weed eaters, and wood chippers.
• Vegetation Control: Perform manual clearing, pruning, and assisting with targeted herbicide applications as part of our integrated management plans.
• Site Safety: Maintain a clean and safe job site; use hand signals to guide equipment and manage traffic control when working near roadways.
• Maintenance: Perform basic daily maintenance on gear and equipment to ensure everything is mission-ready.
• Travel: You will travel to customer sites within the province or outside of the province as well

Requirements * Experience: Previous experience in tree care, landscaping, or outdoor manual labor is preferred but not required (we will train the right person).

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly and work outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, rain, etc.).
• Reliability: A valid driver’s license with air-break endorsement and dependable transportation to job sites or the shop.
• Attitude: A "team-first" mentality and a commitment to high safety standards.

Benefits & Compensation * Company Ownership: Eligibility for company shares and participation in our employee-ownership program.

• Competitive Pay: based on experience.
• Career Growth: On-the-job training for specialized certifications (e.g., Herbicide Applicator License, ISA certifications).
• Gear Provided: All necessary PPE and high-quality equipment provided.
• Employee stock purchase plan

IVM Consulting Ltd & Tree Services, is a specialized leader in utility vegetation management, safety training, and professional tree services. Our work keeps powerlines safe, protects communities, and supports the reliability of critical infrastructure across Alberta. Every project we take on has a clear purpose: reduce risk, improve system reliability, and steward the land responsibly.
People join IVM because they want to do work that matters. Whether it’s assessing vegetation hazards, supporting utilities with expert consulting, or delivering hands‐on training for the next generation of UTTs and CUAs, our team plays a direct role in keeping workers and the public safe.

Company Description

IVM Consulting Ltd & Tree Services, is a specialized leader in utility vegetation management, safety training, and professional tree services. Our work keeps powerlines safe, protects communities, and supports the reliability of critical infrastructure across Alberta. Every project we take on has a clear purpose: reduce risk, improve system reliability, and steward the land responsibly.\r\nPeople join IVM because they want to do work that matters. Whether it’s assessing vegetation hazards, supporting utilities with expert consulting, or delivering hands‐on training for the next generation of UTTs and CUAs, our team plays a direct role in keeping workers and the public safe.