Plant Health Care SR. Technician

West Coast Arborists, Inc., a union company and industry leader in tree maintenance. Providing quality tree maintenance and management services to Municipalities and public agencies since 1972. Our reputation as professionals has allowed our company to grow each year, in turn creating a future of opportunity in the urban forestry industry.

West Coast Arborists, Inc. is hiring a Plant Health Care SR. Technician. Position is working out of the corporate office. Must be willing and able to travel out of town for 1-2 weeks at a time, and as needed. Per diem and hotel stay is paid by WCA.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide labor and skill toward completion of Plant Health Care (PHC) services. Under general supervision, responsible for PHC crew operations. Involves record keeping and maintenance of WCA property. Must possess a Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicators License (QAL) or Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC).

WORK HOURS

Typical working hours are from 6 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. five days per week. PHC Senior Technicians are expected to assist with overtime work and maintenance when necessary. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with company policy and applicable labor laws.

SALARY RANGE

Starting base salary is $27.69-$40.69 + Fringe Benefits $9.13

Total Compensation up to $49.82 per hour or D.O.E.

OTHER COMPENSATION

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance (shared cost 50 / 50)

Pension / Annuity

Vacation / Holiday Pay

Paid Sick Time

Credit Union

End of Year Bonus

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Driver’s License

High school diploma

Read, speak, and write English

Physically fit and pass pre-employment physical

Ability to pass company driving test

Reliable transportation

Ability to work in adverse conditions

Ability to complete job reports and required paperwork

Ability to evaluate crew performance

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship role

REGULAR JOB DUTIES

Maintain communication to PHC Manager and PHC Supervisor

Plan, manage and evaluate PHC crew operations

Handle pesticides and chemicals for PHC operations, including mixing for treatments.

Keep records on job status and chemical usage; keep a safe and clean pesticide storage area

Inspect and manage PHC equipment and other tools

Report any equipment malfunction, damage or industrial injury

Perform data collection and update tree inventories for the GIS Department

Safe utilization of plant health care equipment and hand tools

Keep work area clean and orderly

REGULAR JOB DUTIES

Drives / Services / Inspects / Fuels / Cleans equipment and vehicles

Perform other duties as required such as storm emergency operations (after typical work hours)

Attend education seminars and safety meetings

CERTIFICATION / LICENSES RECOMMENDED

ISA Certified Tree Worker and / or Arborist

CONTACTS

Crew members, Foreman, Supervisors, Area Managers, Management

General public, customers, inspectors, public agents, merchants, prospects

POTENTIAL ADVERSE CONDITIONS

Hot, cold, dry & wet weather

Hazardous, dirty & noisy work areas

Working under pressure

Handling pest control chemicals

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Standing, Sitting, Reaching, Carrying, Lifting, Bending, Squatting, Stooping, Twisting, Long periods of walking, Working on irregular surfaces

CLASSIFICATION

Staff, Income Producing, Non-Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

PHC Supervisor, also takes directions from PCH Manager, Regional Area Manager and Management.

WCA, Inc., has a collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

LiUNA (Labor International Union of North America) and its local affiliates. Rules regulating wages, hours and working conditions are determined by the terms of the CBA and applicable law.

Interested candidates can apply online at www.wcainc.com or in person at the local office

Submit resume to wcahiring@wcainc.com

Inquiries : Hiring Coordinator 1-800-521-3714

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