We are currently seeking a Permission Taker / Work Planner to join our team.
Salary: $25 - $35/hr based on experience.
Essential Functions
Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides. Discusses issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, etc., with customer or property owner. .
Discusses responsibility for apparent damage to property, repairs for minor damage, and refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
Performs Customer Service and scheduling: Daily interaction with homeowners, businesses, and local government
Field-based position; works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
May be exposed to dogs and other animals.
Minimum Requirements
Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, and cold.
Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to communicate and handle confrontations professionally.
Must have transportation to and from the show-up location.
3 years of arboricultural, horticultural, or vegetation-related experience OR 2-year or 4-year degree in a related subject.
Experience with Utility Vegetation Management Experience is preferred. GO95 and state wildland fire codes. ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist is a plus.
Must be able to read maps and utilize geographic information systems (GIS).
Must be able to utilize mobile devices with email, outlook, and MS Excel.
Preferences:ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Utility Specialist, ISA TRAQ, CTSP Certification, OSHA-30, etc.
Pre-Screen:
Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
License and certification:
Must have a valid Class C Driver’s license.
Physical Requirements:
RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, and Climbing Stairs.
OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off the Truck, Reading, Pushing, Climbing Ladders, and Lifting up to 50 LBS.
FREQUENT (up to 66%): Walking, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Hearing – Speech Range, Lifting, Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, and Lifting up to 10 LBS.
CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Seeing Distant, Climbing, Gripping, Lifting over 10 LBS to 50 LBS, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, and Depth Perception.
Physical Requirements:
Activity:
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Activity:
R
O
F
C
Standing
X
Seeing
X
Walking
X
Reading
X
Sitting
X
Reaching
X
Stooping
X
Range of Motion
X
Kneeling
X
Hearing - Speech Range
X
Squatting
X
Depth Perception
X
Body Twisting
X
Color Vision
X
Crawling
X
Lifting
X
Sense of Touch
X
Carrying
X
Manual Dexterity
X
Pushing
X
Speaking Clearly
X
Pulling
X
Seeing Distant
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Climbing On/Off Truck
X
Climbing Stairs
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Gripping
X
Lifting up to 10 lbs
X
Lifting over 10 lbs to 50 lbs
X
Lifting up to 50 lbs
X
Key:
Rarely = less than 10%
Occasionally = up to 33%
Frequently = up to 66%
Continuously = 67% to 100%
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to E-Verify all newly hired employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.
Benefits We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note:
All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.