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West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA, Inc.) was established in 1972. Family-owned company provide a professional tree maintenance and management services for over 330 municipalities and public agencies throughout California and Arizona. A union company and industry leader in tree maintenance.
Is hiring for Plant Healthcare Senior Technician to work in Southern California cities like Santa Barbara County-San Diego County and Riverside/San Bernardino Counties and surrounding cities.
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 salary is $27.00 - $39.26 + Fringe Benefits $8.83
Total Compensation up to $49.09 per hour D.O.E.
COMPENSATION
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance (shared cost 50/50)
Pension/Annuity
Vacation/Holiday Pay
Paid Sick Time
Credit Union
End of Year Bonus
QUALIFICATIONS
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
Load and unload dump trucks with logs, brush, debris, and properly operate a wood/brush chipper
Safe utilization of chain saws and hand tools
Keep work area clean and orderly
Drives/Services/Inspects/Fuels/Cleans equipment and vehicles
File daily reports and receipts
REGULAR JOB DUTIES
Perform other duties as required such as storm emergency operations (after typical work hours)
Attend education seminars and safety meetings
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES RECOMMENDED
Valid Driver’s License
Valid Commercial Class B Driver’s License
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
Long periods of walking
Working on irregular surfaces
Standing
Lifting
Reaching
Carrying
Bending
Squatting
Stooping
Twisting
JOB CLASS
Class IV: Heavy physical stress on back. Outside craftsman involves frequent lifting (heavy) over 75 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, working above ground or on irregular surfaces.
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 are encouraged to apply. Applications are available online at www.wcainc.com and submit resume to [email protected]
Inquiries Hiring Coordinator 800-521-3714.
E.O.E.
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