Foreman-West Coast Arborists, Inc.

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TREE CARE PROFESSIONALS SERVING COMMUNITIES WHO CARE ABOUT TREES

West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA, Inc.) was established in 1972. Family-owned company is providing professional tree maintenance and management services for over 330 municipalities and public agencies throughout California, Arizona and Texas. A union company and industry leader in tree maintenance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Foreman Production Arborist is responsible for overseeing daily tree care operations, leading production
crews, and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and
industry regulations. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical arboriculture knowledge, and the ability to
coordinate crew activities while maintaining a safe work environment. Involves recordkeeping and maintenance of
WCA property.

WORK HOURS

Typical working hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
five days per week. Foreman is expected to assist with overtime work and maintenance when necessary.
Saturday work will be compensated at a daily rate.

SALARY RANGE

Starting base salary $32.40 per hour depending on experience.

OTHER COMPENSATION

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance (shared cost 50/50)
• Pension/Annuity
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Sick Time
• Credit Union
• End of Year Bonus
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• Read, speak, and write English
• Physically fit and pass pre-employment physical
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass company driving test
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work in adverse conditions
• Ability to complete job reports and required paperwork
• Evaluate crew performance
• Establish and maintain effective relationship role
• All tools and equipment necessary to perform job duties are provided by the company

REGULAR JOB DUTIES

• Review day’s activities
• Prepare traffic control
• Attends crew meetings on and off site
• Perform skilled tree maintenance
• Organize and supervise crew
• Properly operates a wood/brush chipper
• Ensure safe operation on job site
• Report any malfunction, damage or industrial injury
• Loads and unloads dump trucks with logs, brush and debris
• Safe utilization of chain saws and hand tools
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Drives/Services/Inspects/Fuels/Cleans equipment and vehicles
• Maintain equipment
• File daily reports and receipts
• Evaluate crew performance
• Attend education seminars and safety meetings
• Perform other duties required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES RECOMMENDED

• Class B Driver’s License
• ISA Certified Tree Worker and/or ISA Certified Arborist
• TCIA Certified Tree care Safety Professional

CONTACTS

• Crew members, Foreman, Supervisors, Area Managers, Management
• General public, customers, inspectors, public agents, merchants, prospects

POTENTIAL ADVERSE CONDITIONS

• Hot, cold, dry & wet weather
• Hazardous, dirty & noisy work areas
• Working under pressure

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Standing

• Reaching
• Lifting
• Throwing
• Running
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Bending

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Supervisor, Area Manager, Management

WCA, Inc., has a collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) LiUNA (Labor International Union of North America) and its
local affiliates. Rules regulating wages, hours and working conditions are determined by the terms of the CBA and applicable law.

Applicants can apply online at www.wcainc.com or in person

WCA, Inc. Santa Jose
390 Martin Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
408-855-8660

Submit resume to wcahiring@wcainc.com

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