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Description Operations and Maintenance Environmental Services Unit (Position Code 0847) Assistant Biologist I:   $7,858.93 - $10,060.27 monthly Assistant Biologist II:   $8,467.33 - $10,831.60 monthly Overview: Are you a college graduate with a degree in biology, ecology, botany, zoology, or a related discipline in the life sciences? Do you have at least one year of professional experience conducting field studies in California? If so, check out this entry level position at Valley Water. Valley Water’s Field Biologist is an entry-level position in the Operations & Maintenance Environmental Support Unit’s Water Utility Services Team. Field Biologists perform field surveys, environmental compliance, and ecological data collection associated with the many projects and programs that are managed or supported by the Unit. Valley Water is the primary water resource agency for Santa Clara County, supplying wholesale water, providing flood protection, and serving...

    Davey Tree is looking for experienced  Climbing Arborists-Foremen! Interviewing now for positons in our San Jose, CA location   The Davey Tree Expert Company has an opportunity as a Climbing Arborist Foreman/Tree Crew Leader  in our Residential & Commercial Operation in San Jose, CA. Davey Tree is a leader in the Residential-Commercial tree care, Utility Line Clearance and Forestry Consulting industries, throughout the US and Canada. SUMMARY : Position requires leading 3-5 person tree crews to complete tree pruning and tree removal.  Foreman are responsible for utilizing the Job Planning Toolkit to safely and efficiently complete work orders as assigned by management.  This includes performing pre-climb inspections of trees before work begins.  Foreman works directly with the District Manager to mentor and train new employees.    QUALIFICATIONS : An ideal candidate will have 4+ years' climbing experience Experience pruning to...

Davey Tree is seeking a Climbing Arborist with a Commercial Driver's License   San Jose, California.     The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a CDL Driver/Tree Crew Member to join our  San Jose, CA Team. A requirement of this position is possessing a valid CDL-B or CDL-A (Commercial Driver's License) and the desire to learn about arboriculture, while working in the Groundsman role. Those with prior experience in Forestry, Landscape, Lawn Care, Construction or working at height are encouraged to apply. Experience in related fields of outdoor work (construction, landscaping) is desirable.   DUTIES: Function as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills Make satisfactory progress in Davey's Career Development Program Operate chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and other equipment as needed on job-sites Utilize ropes for work positioning at heights up to 60 feet, while pruning or removing trees...

  Climbing Arborist TRAINEE   -  Residential Tree Care - San Jose, CA   Davey Tree is seeking a Groundsperson to join our Residential & Commercial Tree Care team in San Jose, CA and surrounding areas. Those with prior experience in Forestry, Landscape or experience in relatable fields of outdoor work (construction, landscaping) are encouraged to apply.   JOB DUTIES: Support Foreman and Trimmer(s) completing tree pruning, removal, cabling & bracing Maintain clean and orderly drop zone while running ropes and supplying tools to Trimmer(s) and  Foreman Operate chipper, trucks, stump grinders or special equipment Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup Participate in job-site Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process Responsible for maintaining crew gear and equipment as directed by Foreman Make satisfactory progress in Davey Career Development Program...

Join Davey Tree as a Climbing Arborist in our  Residential Division  - San Jose, CA   The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking experienced Climbing Arborists   to join our Residential & Commercial Tree Care team in  San Jose, CA.   DUTIES: Responsible for climbing, pruning and removing trees on residential and commercial properties Assist Foreman in completing all aspects of Tree Pruning, Removal, Cabling & Bracing by working as both second climber and ground crew Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal, as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects Operate Chippers, Trucks, Aerial Lifts, stump grinders or special equipment Participate in job-site Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process Maintain issued climbing gear, chainsaw, and shared crew equipment as directed by Foreman Complete Davey Aerial Rescue Training Make...

POSITION: Foreman   Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.        We are currently looking to add a dynamic Foreman to our passionate team of Utility Line Clearance professionals.     What You’ll Do:   Organize work operations from start to completion in safest and most efficient manner, to the satisfaction of the client.  Oversee 3-5-person utility line clearance crews while mentoring and training new employees.  Investigate accidents and promptly record and report findings to management.  Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.     What We’re Seeking:   Love of the outdoors   Required:...