Journeyman

Wright Tree Service • Junction City, OR

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About The Position

This is a union referred position. If you are interested in applying for this position, you must first call the union hall at the following number. PHONE: [phone] IBEW Local 659 4480 Rogue Valley, Suite 3 Central Point, Oregon 97502 BENEFITS: Union Benefits offered Plenty of growth opportunities On the job training Potential overtime Get paid weekly, etc.

Requirements

• Has a minimum of 2 years’ experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews and/or has successfully completed applicable performance reviews.
• Must have a basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and correct arboricultural techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applies to working in close proximity to energized conductors.
• Knows and understands the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-current version).
• Knows and understands all approved work methods that apply to specific position.
• Has a basic knowledge of electrical circuit and must be skilled in reading and understanding circuit maps.
• Enforces on-the-job safety practices.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Needs to be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow.
• Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner.
• Possesses the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must have valid commercial driver’s license (dependent on Division and utility/contract requirements) and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Possesses a valid medical card to drive company vehicles 10,0001 lb. GVWR or GVW and greater.
• Maintains a herbicide applicator or operators certification and license as required by Wright Tree Service and local, state, and federal law.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards.
• Must complete and pass a Top Climber Performance Review.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or works from the ground using saws/pruners.
• Will cut branches or trunk sections and drops or lowers them to the ground with lines.
• Assists crew lead with obtaining written permission from property owners.
• Help promote and maintain good customer and public relations as well as with employees.
• Directs crew when crew lead is away from the job site.
• Takes on leadership role when appropriate.
• Keeps informed of new equipment and specifications, standards, practices and operating procedures.
• Uses appropriate tools, will fell trees or trimmed trunks and split them into manageable pieces.
• Sprays stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a wood chipper.
• Repairs slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming.
• Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives and operates trucks and equipment as assigned, and keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly.
• Trains new employees on proper procedures.
• Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area.
• Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc. to protect employees as well as the public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Requests repair or replacement of equipment when necessary.
• Works around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines.
• Works around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, wood chipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Is exposed to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
• May work on rough terrain.
• Helps enforce on-the-job safety practices for crew members.
• Services truck, chipper and equipment, maintaining them in a neat, clean, and specified mechanical order.
• Reports the need for equipment and truck maintenance to crew lead.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Union Benefits offered
• Plenty of growth opportunities
• On the job training
• Potential overtime
• Get paid weekly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed