ARBORIST II (FULL TIME)

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SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

Job Summary

Summary :   Prunes, trims, shapes, hedges, removes, fertilizes and maintains trees using power and hand tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Fertilizes, prunes and maintains variety of tree types through their lifecycle.
• Performs technical tree work including climbing; utilizes climbing harnesses, hardware, ropes, hand tools, stump grinders, chainsaws, wood chippers, log splitters and bucket trucks.
• Rescues trees in the event of tree disease, natural disaster or other physical damage.
• Stages work site properly to conduct work in a safe, surgical fashion.
• Maintains clean work sites by rapid and thorough removal and disposal of debris.
• Assists supervisor with coordination of work schedules; implements and adjusts schedules as directed.
• Monitors team equipment and tools for wear, performance and safety; adheres to vehicle, equipment and tool work order system procedure.
• Maintains chainsaws in accordance with manufacturers? specifications including chain sharpening, filter inspections and proper lubrication.
• Follows all safety procedures in accordance with the Company, OSHA, ANSI, EPA and all applicable federal / state / local requirements and policies.
• Acts as spotter to manage safe work site; manages access by vehicles and pedestrians adjacent to work site.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Three years of experience in arboriculture.
• Working knowledge of climbing harnesses / hardware, ropes, stump grinders, chainsaws, wood chippers, log splitters and bucket trucks.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds and kneel / bend / stoop for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions :

• Extensive driving, walking and equipment operation.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions, pesticides, fertilizers, pollen producing environment, paint and petroleum products.
• Working in elevated positions such as : bucket truck or in arborist gear within the tree canopy.
• Work time expectation, 90% of time will be physical labor, 10% training and misc.

Enhance your quality of life through our comprehensive benefits :

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance / AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• And More

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.

SSC & Compass Group : Achieving leadership in the facility service industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

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