Tree Climber Foreman - Gilroy, United States - Moon Valley Nurseries

Description

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Summary The Tree Care Foreman is responsible for creating a plan to accomplish the work assigned and routed to the crew. Supervisors are available to help, but the Foreman is instrumental in organizing his team and pleasing the customer. Climbing and trimming trees, operating equipment such as chainsaws and chippers, aerial lift devices and teaching team members are only some of the fun things you will get to participate in.

Anticipated Compensation: $ $40.00 an Hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading a crew and training them on how to do tree care safely and efficiently.
• Driving a truck and trailer to client sites.
• Pruning and removing trees and shrubs.
• Using small tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, and other applicable equipment.
• Completing paperwork and submitting it via our mobile app.
• Time management for entire crew and jobsite.
• Inspecting equipment for safety and practical matters.
• Cleaning, organizing and following tasks as a crew to take care of our clients.
• Willing to learn and grow to become even better.
• Climbing trees for pruning or removals.
• Knowledgeable about trees and tree climbing techniques.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to follow specific instructions and safety protocols
• Applicable knowledge on climbing harnesses, tree gaffs, chippers, chainsaws and rigging techniques
• Comfortable climbing to heights of up to 80ft
• Proper felling techniques
• Follow safety guidelines and OSHA standards
• Follow ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 standards
• Knowledgeable tree identification
• Safe and clean driving record
• Understands technology for paperwork submission
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Certified Arborist is a plus

Education High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical requirements/Working conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 60 pounds. Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

OTHER
Subject to MVR and Criminal background check.
Frequent travel required. Must have a valid driver's license and show proof of a satisfactory driving record, clean drug screen and DOT certification of fitness (CDL not required).

About Us

Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America and is an industry leader with over 50 locations nationwide that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. We are a Drug Free Workplace.

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