Job Details

Vegetation Technician

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Company Locations: Arroyo Grande, CA, Santa Cruz, CA, Watsonville, CA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 223234 Compensation Data $26.43/hr - $30.84/hr depending on skills and qualifications. This is TEMPORARY opportunity starting May 1st through August 31st.

Job Duties

• Maintain standard levels of vegetation in the area surrounding utility poles by:
• Applying herbicides to control weeds and grasses
• Using equipment to maintain appropriate levels of vegetation
• Following contracts for work requirements and job specifications
• Collect data to monitor and manage levels of invasive species of vegetation
• Properly maintain, calibrate, and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: valid driver's license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: vegetation control experience or other related work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Company Overview

* Progressive advancement in job classification and wage

Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension

Opportunity to travel

Opportunity for overtime work

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship program for children of employees

Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Divisional Overview Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.