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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