Grounds Person

Gray’s Tree Service is looking to hire grounds people to join their growing tree service crews. A positive attitude and a can-do mindset are very important to success in this role. In this entry-level position, you will be trained to run several pieces of equipment, including mini-skid, steers, and stump grinders.

This role can be physically challenging, but sets you up for a long tree service career. People with chainsaw experience are especially encouraged to apply.

Future opportunities to advance in this role can lead to roles as crane operators and climbers.

If you are looking for an opportunity and a career in which you can grow, we’d like to hear from you.

This job’s schedule is from 7am to 5pm Monday through Friday, with regular overtime work available.

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a background check
• No experience necessary
• Good Drivers License
• Reliable transportation
• A positive work ethic and attitude
• Ability to work outside

Why choose Gray's?

• Company gear and swag
• Employer funded training and licensing opportunities
• Career progression and leadership opportunities
• Team environment
• Ability to learn and work with heavy machinery etc.

Benefits

Employees who work 30+ hours per week are considered full-time and become eligible for our benefits after just 30 days of employment.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for 40+ hours per week
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays for work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities during storm cleanup and peak seasons
• Long-term disability insurance (employer paid)
• Short-term disability insurance (employer paid)
• Basic life & AD&D insurance (employer paid)
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match to help you save for the future
• Flexible Insurances Options: Employees can choose the health, dental, and vision plans that best fit their needs and budget, giving control over premiums and out-of-pocket costs.

Health Insurance (Cigna Plans): Employees can choose the plan that works best for them and their families:

• Cigna OAP (Open Access Plus) – broad provider access
• Cigna OAP IN – in-network focused, lower out-of-pocket costs
• Cigna HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) – lower premiums with HSA compatibility

Dental Insurance (Cigna Plans): Flexible options to fit coverage needs and budget:

• 2025 Cigna Dental PPO Low Plan – basic coverage at a lower premium
• 2025 Cigna Dental PPO High Plan – enhanced coverage with higher benefits

Vision Insurance (Cigna Plan):

• 2025 Cigna Vision Plan – comprehensive coverage for exams, lenses, and frames

Additional Optional Benefits

• The option of a Health Savings Account (HSA) with $250 employer contribution if on a High-Deductible Health Plan, or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health, dental/vision, and dependent care.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking, transit, vanpool)
• Legal assistance plan
• Supplemental coverage options: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

Gray’s Tree Service has over 25 years of providing tree services to central Alabama and the Southeastern United States. We strongly believe in giving value to our customers in all areas of our work and expertise. Our 80 plus employees are prompt, courteous, honest and helpful. We seek like-minded people to join our company and culture.