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 groundworkers to work in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area, cities like Frisco, Garland 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.
WORK HOURS
Typical hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., five days per week. Overtime hours available based on job needs, emergencies and/or job conditions.
SALARY RANGE
Starting salary is $19.54 per hour. Payroll is paid weekly.
OTHER COMPENSATION
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance (shared cost 50/50)
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Sick Time
• Credit Union
• End of Year Bonus
QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma
• Read, speak & write English
• Must be physically fit & pass pre-employment physical
• A valid Driver’s License
• Must pass company driving test
• Ability to work in adverse conditions
• Reliable transportation
REGULAR JOB DUTIES
• Attend crew meetings on and off site
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris weighing up to or more than 75 pounds
• Properly operates a wood/brush chipper
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Assist in traffic control
• Service/Fuels vehicles and equipment
• Cleans vehicles and equipment
• Assist other crewmembers as needed
• Operate brush chippers, dump trucks, chain saws and various hand tools
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES RECOMMENDED
• Class B Driver’s License
POTENTIAL ADVERSE CONDITIONS
• Hot, cold, dry & wet weather
• Hazardous, dirty & noisy work conditions
• Working under pressure