Tree Trimmer & Climbers

Western Certified Arborists Western Certified Arborists, Inc., 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. Now hiring for Trimmers & Climbers to work in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area, Frisco & Garland area and surrounding cities. BE PART OF THE GOLD TEAM! JOB DESCRIPTION Provide labor under the direction of the Foreman to bring about completion of tree and landscape maintenance jobs. Involves skillful use of vehicles and equipment. Requires strong personal consideration for safety. Must have tree trimming and tree climbing experience. Minimum of 5 years experience trimming and climbing trees. Tree climbing is required. Artistic Tree Trimming technique. WORK HOURS Typical hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm, 5 days per week. Overtime hours are available based on job needs, emergencies and/or job conditions. SALARY RANGE Starting salary is $22.29 per hour. Payroll is paid weekly. OTHER COMPENSATION • Health Insurance • Dental Insuranceshared cost 50/50 • Vacation/Holiday Pay • Sick Time • Credit Union • End of Year Bonus QUALIFICATIONS Tree trimming and climbing experience required • High School Diploma • Read, speak & write English • Extensive tree care experience 2 years minimumor has demonstrated abilities and aptitude for this job. • Must pass company QTW Level 1 & 2 test • Must be physiy fit & pass pre-employment physical • A valid Driver’s License • Ability to work in adverse conditions • Reliable transportation REGULAR JOB DUTIES • Attend crew meetings • Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris weighing up to or more than 75 lbs. • Inspect gear and provide labor and skills necessary for the ground and various aerial situations, operate aerial equipment, operate saws and loaders, and drive trucks • Store gear, other duties as requested • Determining priorities, showing enthusiasm, working accurately, concentrating among distractions, remembering details, making decisions, working rapidly, working with others, working al 1, working under pressure. • Assists other crew members as needed SPECIAL OPERATIONS • Aerial trucks, dump trucks, transportation vehicles, • brush chippers, loading equipment, chainsaw, various • hand tools, climbing gear, ropes. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES RECOMMENDED • Class B Driver’s License • ISA Certified Tree Worker and/or Arborist POTENTIAL ADVERSE CONDITIONS • Hot, cold, dry & wet weather • Hazardous, dirty & noisy work areas • Working under pressure PHYSICAL ACTIVITY • Throwing • Running • Carrying • Standing • Reaching • Lifting • Pushing • Pulling • Bending Interested candidates can apply online at www.wcainc.com Inquiries Hiring Coordinator Tree Care Professionals Serving Communities Who Care About Trees E.O.E