Landscape Technician

2 months ago

Yankton, United States Wright Tree Service Full time
Application Process: Please apply for this position through the designated link.

Immediate Hiring: We are offering a $750 Sign-On Bonus.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
  • Union benefits available
  • Numerous advancement opportunities
  • On-the-job training provided
  • Overtime potential
  • Weekly pay schedule
  • Entry-level role
Compensation: $18.82-$35.50 per hour
Position: Landscape Technician
Employment Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Reports To: Crew Leader/General Foreperson

Key Responsibilities of the Landscape Technician at Wright Tree Service:
  • Utilizes chainsaws to trim brush, logs, and stumps from larger trees, operating from ground level with gasoline-powered equipment.
  • Handles loading and unloading of trucks with logs, stumps, and debris, as well as feeding brush into a wood chipper.
  • Works in proximity to hazardous machinery.
  • Endures high noise levels from equipment and must wear appropriate personal protective gear.
  • Exposed to varying weather conditions and natural elements, including irritating plants and insects.
  • May operate in rugged terrain.
  • Assists in enforcing safety protocols among crew members.
  • Ensures safety for employees and the public in work zones, coordinating with local authorities when necessary.
  • Applies herbicides and growth regulators as needed.
  • Operates a truck with an attached brush chipper or similar equipment.
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area.
  • Sets up tools and equipment at job sites.
  • Services vehicles and equipment, keeping them in optimal condition and reporting maintenance needs.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for the Landscape Technician at Wright Tree Service:
  • Ability to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Must be capable of entering and exiting a vehicle multiple times throughout the day.
  • Must withstand various weather conditions while performing job tasks.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions.
  • Must communicate effectively and represent Wright Tree Service professionally.
  • Physical capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds frequently.
  • Willingness to work extended hours and overtime during emergencies, including weekends and holidays.
  • Proficient in operating and maintaining all required tools and equipment.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a pre-employment drug screening.
  • Maintain certification for herbicide application as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable laws.
  • Must hold valid First-Aid and CPR certifications.

Wright Tree Service is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.