UNION LABORER (49399)
Vegetation Management and Land Clearing | BLUROC
Build More. Make an Impact.
BLUROC is hiring dependable, safety-minded Groundsmen and Handcutters to support our vegetation management and land clearing crews. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in a productive day, and want to develop your skills, we encourage you to apply.
About BLUROC
BLUROC provides right-of-way access solutions for utility, pipeline, and civil projects throughout North America. Our services include access planning, clearing, site work, and restoration.
Our crews bring a commitment to safety, teamwork, and reliable performance to every project. Our STRIVE values—Safety, Teamwork, Reliability, Integrity, Vision, and Evolution—guide how we work and support one another.
About the Position
Working under the direction of a Crew Lead or Foreman, you will support ground operations, remove brush and debris, and perform assigned handcutting tasks. This is a physically active position involving outdoor work in changing weather and on uneven terrain.
Chainsaw experience is preferred. Tree climbing, aerial lift operation, and herbicide application are specialized assignments performed only by employees with the appropriate training, qualifications, and authorization.
Responsibilities
- Cut and clear brush, limbs, and designated trees within your training and assigned scope.
- Drag, stack, and stage brush and wood; assist with chipping and debris removal when trained and authorized.
- Maintain clear access routes and orderly work areas.
- Inspect, operate, and maintain hand tools, chainsaws, and other assigned equipment.
- Support equipment operators and assist with spotting, backing, and other ground duties when assigned and trained.
- Participate in daily job briefings, hazard assessments, and work zone safety procedures.
- Use required personal protective equipment and maintain safe working distances from other workers, equipment, and utility hazards.
- Promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, incidents, and near misses.
- Follow company safety policies, environmental requirements, and instructions from field supervision.