The Grounds Person is responsible for maintaining and managing vegetation near utility infrastructure, such as power lines, pipelines, and roadsides, to ensure safety, prevent hazards, and enhance operational efficiency. This role focuses on the trimming, removal, and control of trees, shrubs, and other plant growth that may interfere with utilities or pose a risk of fire and accidents. Additionally, a vegetation management grounds person assists with inspections, equipment maintenance, and proper disposal of debris. 

What you will do:

• Gathers brush and feed brush into woodchipper.  
• Applies chemical herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal  
• Utilizes hose and spray nozzle from truck mounted spray equipment which includes tank, pump, hose reel, 200 feet of ½ inch hose, or utilizessprayer to treat remote areas.  
• Services truck, chipper, and equipment, maintaining them in neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.   
• Operating the CMV, including preventing maintenance and upkeep of the equipment.  
• Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and stumps of larger trees.  

What we are looking for:

• Vegetation Management and/or Grounds Person experience is a plus   
• Valid driver’s license is a required 
• Reliable transportation to and from meet up locations.  
•  Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chip truck, pruner.  
• Ability to concentrate and maintain attention for extended periods of time.  
• Able to consistently wear necessary PPE at all times  
• Capable of effective communications and comprehension skills both verbally and in writing. 
• Can work safely in a hazardous environment.  
• Can work in environments where there is excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, while utilizing the proper hearing protection.  
• Can work in various temperatures and weather conditions being exposed to nature, i.e., dense vegetation which may include aggressive foliage, insects, seasonal plants etc.  
• Ability to perform storm work as needed. 

Work Conditions:

• Can work around hazardous equipment.
• Can work in environments where there is excessive noise from machines, chain saws, wood chipper, while utilizing the proper hearing protection.
• Can work in various temperatures and weather conditions being exposed to nature, i.e., dense vegetation which may include aggressive foliage, insects, seasonal plants etc.
• Can occasionally work on unleveled ground.
• With the proper PPE, will work around falling limbs.

At Milhouse, we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a place to grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Here’s how we invest in you:

•  Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health! 
•  Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns. 
•  Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options. 
•  Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals. 
•  Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture. 
•  401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence. 
•  Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License. 
•  Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc.. 
•  Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward. 
•  Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most. 
•  Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers! 
•  Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock. 
•  Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make. 
•  Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it. 
•  Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute. 
•  Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.  

$18 - $26 an hour

Milhouse Services is growing and looking to expand our team! We have seasonal and year-round openings.

Our team members are the most important resource in our service commitment to our clients and the community. By applying the principles of trust, honesty, respect, integrity and commitment. We nurture and maximize talent to the benefit of each individual and the company.

Milhouse Services, LLC (formerly Milhouse Snow) is a subsidiary of Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. We take pride in providing timely and cost effective snow and grounds management solutions for human & healthcare facilities, commercial real estate firms, municipalities, housing developments, chambers of commerce, and large shopping centers throughout Chicagoland and the Midwest. Our management services include hand labor for clearing walkways, stairs and difficult-to-reach areas during the snow season, grounds keeping, facility cleanouts, porter services and more.