Thursday, July 19, 2007
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Arboriculturist - $24.21-28.27/hr
Arboriculturist (TRN-702837)
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening
Salary
$24.21 to $28.27 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard
Position Duties
Plan and supervise the maintenance of street trees by the SDOT tree crew; act in a support capacity for the crew. Inspect trees on City rights-of-way, select and monitor contractors who provide tree care services, prepare monthly reports. Investigate and respond to service requests from the public. Identify trees and plant materials, recognize plant diseases, pests, cultural and nutritional deficiencies, and recommend corrective treatments. Develop and manage project budget for acquisition and maintenance of trees and plantings. Order and inspect plant and tree materials. Maintain inventory of all trees and plants. Contact citizens and community groups to respond to inquiries and resolve complaints. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
At least three years of experience in the care, planting, and maintenance of trees and plant materials, and the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Forestry, Natural Resources, Botany, or related field, with demonstrated experience in supervision or lead work.Required to work in all weather conditions and stand, bend and walk for extended periods. Occasional exposure to toxic chemicals and pesticides is required.WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. A background check may be required.
Desired Qualifications
ISA Certified Arborist; computer skills in GIS, tree inventory, MS Office applications. Experience in dealing with the public in a municipal setting. Two years supervisory experience in an Arboricultural or related field. WA State Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening
Salary
$24.21 to $28.27 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard
Position Duties
Plan and supervise the maintenance of street trees by the SDOT tree crew; act in a support capacity for the crew. Inspect trees on City rights-of-way, select and monitor contractors who provide tree care services, prepare monthly reports. Investigate and respond to service requests from the public. Identify trees and plant materials, recognize plant diseases, pests, cultural and nutritional deficiencies, and recommend corrective treatments. Develop and manage project budget for acquisition and maintenance of trees and plantings. Order and inspect plant and tree materials. Maintain inventory of all trees and plants. Contact citizens and community groups to respond to inquiries and resolve complaints. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
At least three years of experience in the care, planting, and maintenance of trees and plant materials, and the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Forestry, Natural Resources, Botany, or related field, with demonstrated experience in supervision or lead work.Required to work in all weather conditions and stand, bend and walk for extended periods. Occasional exposure to toxic chemicals and pesticides is required.WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. A background check may be required.
Desired Qualifications
ISA Certified Arborist; computer skills in GIS, tree inventory, MS Office applications. Experience in dealing with the public in a municipal setting. Two years supervisory experience in an Arboricultural or related field. WA State Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Tree Trimmer - $20.49-22.16/hr
Tree Trimmer (TRN-702806)
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening
Salary
$20.49 to $22.16 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard
Position Duties
Perform tree maintenance activities such as pruning or removing arterial, residential, and greenbelt trees with the use of hydraulic aerial equipment, or by climbing, using ropes, saddles or ladders. Adhere to safety policy and procedures including the use of hard hats and safety glasses and the inspection of cutting and climbing equipment. Perform general maintenance around street trees. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
One year experience in urban forestry, landscape maintenance, tree farming, or tree trimming which involves the use of safety harnesses, climbing equipment, aerial hydraulic lift trucks, rigging, and chain saws and includes the application of arboricultural practices, proper pruning methods, and related safety practices.Required to stand, walk, climb trees, or bend for extended periods. Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. May require handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances. Ability to work a flexible shift, and be on-call at all times in case of emergencies. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. Required to work at varying heights and within legal/safe distances to electrical hazards and with the possible dangers of falling. Required to operate machinery and equipment with extreme caution, including hydraulic aerial lift trucks, wood chippers, stump cutters, winches, chainsaws, and handsaws. Familiarity with State and Federal regulations regarding tree trimming. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of employment and pass a drug test as part of the City’s CDL random drug test pool. Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR card, and Flagging/Traffic Control card within 90 days of employment. Pass a working test. WA State driver’s license. Submit a complete driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check. may be required.
Desired Qualifications
ACRT Line clearance certification or experience working adjacent to electrical conductors. ISA Certified Arborist or Certified Tree Worker. Experience working along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Knowledge and practical experience in work site hazard/traffic safety setup. Good communication skills.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening
Salary
$20.49 to $22.16 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard
Position Duties
Perform tree maintenance activities such as pruning or removing arterial, residential, and greenbelt trees with the use of hydraulic aerial equipment, or by climbing, using ropes, saddles or ladders. Adhere to safety policy and procedures including the use of hard hats and safety glasses and the inspection of cutting and climbing equipment. Perform general maintenance around street trees. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
One year experience in urban forestry, landscape maintenance, tree farming, or tree trimming which involves the use of safety harnesses, climbing equipment, aerial hydraulic lift trucks, rigging, and chain saws and includes the application of arboricultural practices, proper pruning methods, and related safety practices.Required to stand, walk, climb trees, or bend for extended periods. Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. May require handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances. Ability to work a flexible shift, and be on-call at all times in case of emergencies. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. Required to work at varying heights and within legal/safe distances to electrical hazards and with the possible dangers of falling. Required to operate machinery and equipment with extreme caution, including hydraulic aerial lift trucks, wood chippers, stump cutters, winches, chainsaws, and handsaws. Familiarity with State and Federal regulations regarding tree trimming. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of employment and pass a drug test as part of the City’s CDL random drug test pool. Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR card, and Flagging/Traffic Control card within 90 days of employment. Pass a working test. WA State driver’s license. Submit a complete driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check. may be required.
Desired Qualifications
ACRT Line clearance certification or experience working adjacent to electrical conductors. ISA Certified Arborist or Certified Tree Worker. Experience working along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Knowledge and practical experience in work site hazard/traffic safety setup. Good communication skills.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Gardener - $19.27-20.80/hr
Gardener (TRN-702891)
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
See Description
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
Multiple Openings
Salary
$19.27 to $20.80 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard/9200 8th Ave SW
Position Duties
The Urban Forestry Section needs two Gardeners; 1 full-time and 1 part-time. Maintain landscaped areas along high-volume transportation corridors where traffic control measures are required to protect the safety of the work crew and the public. Prune, plant, and perform general maintenance around street trees. Maintain formally landscaped areas in street rights-of-way. Maintain lawn areas, mowing and turf renovation. Apply pesticides as needed (i.e. insecticides and herbicides). Control weed growth. Work with public volunteer groups. Renovate shrub beds and plant annuals and perennials. Operate mowing and other equipment used in landscape maintenance. At times may supervise Assistant Gardener, Laborers, or volunteer staff. Current hours of operation for the landscape section are 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. including mandatory response to emergency calls at off hours both day and night and availability for overtime on weekend days. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
The equivalent of two years work experience in landscape construction or maintenance, or in the propagation and maintenance of flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees at a conservatory, greenhouse, or nursery. Expertise in the identification of plant materials and knowledge necessary for complex work in plant propagation, transplanting, soil preparation, pruning and spraying of trees, shrubs, and other plant materials. Knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, tools, and equipment associated with landscape maintenance and gardening and knowledge to determine correct conditions for plant survival or weed control.Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions and in areas exposed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Requires the ability to properly lift loads up to 50 pounds and to perform tasks that require manual dexterity. Handle or work with toxic or hazardous substances.Ability to obtain Washington Public Pesticide operator’s license and Flagger certification required after appointment. WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check may be required.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working in landscaped areas along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Experience working in commercial, institutional or public agency landscaping.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
See Description
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
Multiple Openings
Salary
$19.27 to $20.80 an hour (DOE)
Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard/9200 8th Ave SW
Position Duties
The Urban Forestry Section needs two Gardeners; 1 full-time and 1 part-time. Maintain landscaped areas along high-volume transportation corridors where traffic control measures are required to protect the safety of the work crew and the public. Prune, plant, and perform general maintenance around street trees. Maintain formally landscaped areas in street rights-of-way. Maintain lawn areas, mowing and turf renovation. Apply pesticides as needed (i.e. insecticides and herbicides). Control weed growth. Work with public volunteer groups. Renovate shrub beds and plant annuals and perennials. Operate mowing and other equipment used in landscape maintenance. At times may supervise Assistant Gardener, Laborers, or volunteer staff. Current hours of operation for the landscape section are 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. including mandatory response to emergency calls at off hours both day and night and availability for overtime on weekend days. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
Required Qualifications
The equivalent of two years work experience in landscape construction or maintenance, or in the propagation and maintenance of flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees at a conservatory, greenhouse, or nursery. Expertise in the identification of plant materials and knowledge necessary for complex work in plant propagation, transplanting, soil preparation, pruning and spraying of trees, shrubs, and other plant materials. Knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, tools, and equipment associated with landscape maintenance and gardening and knowledge to determine correct conditions for plant survival or weed control.Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions and in areas exposed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Requires the ability to properly lift loads up to 50 pounds and to perform tasks that require manual dexterity. Handle or work with toxic or hazardous substances.Ability to obtain Washington Public Pesticide operator’s license and Flagger certification required after appointment. WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check may be required.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working in landscaped areas along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Experience working in commercial, institutional or public agency landscaping.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Forest Maint. Worker- $21.87-23.56/hr
Forest Maintenance Worker - Temporary (SPU-702880)
Status
Temporary / Part Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
3 Openings
Salary
$21.87 to $23.56 an hour (DOE)
Department
Public Utilities
Location
Cedar Falls / 20 miles east of Seattle
Position Duties
Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in forest road maintenance, reforestation, fire prevention and suppression, and build rough structures. Participate in a team that builds, maintains, and repairs facilities and structures on watershed lands. Use power and hand tools used in forestry and construction work, forest fire detection and suppression. Work outdoors in all types of weather and do extensive driving, lifting, carrying, and other heavy physical labor. Drive 10 yard dump trucks and pickups on gravel mountain roads. Work daily around construction equipment installing and cleaning culverts and maintaining roads. Operate chainsaws, brush saws and other related equipment.
Required Qualifications
Two years of experience in forestry, logging, road construction and maintenance, or closely related heavy outdoor work and at least two years of general construction experience. Washington State driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications
CDL Class B endorsement for driver’s license.
Additional Requirements
A background check will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A pre-employment physical will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A driver's license will be required for candidates selected for this position.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Status
Temporary / Part Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
3 Openings
Salary
$21.87 to $23.56 an hour (DOE)
Department
Public Utilities
Location
Cedar Falls / 20 miles east of Seattle
Position Duties
Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in forest road maintenance, reforestation, fire prevention and suppression, and build rough structures. Participate in a team that builds, maintains, and repairs facilities and structures on watershed lands. Use power and hand tools used in forestry and construction work, forest fire detection and suppression. Work outdoors in all types of weather and do extensive driving, lifting, carrying, and other heavy physical labor. Drive 10 yard dump trucks and pickups on gravel mountain roads. Work daily around construction equipment installing and cleaning culverts and maintaining roads. Operate chainsaws, brush saws and other related equipment.
Required Qualifications
Two years of experience in forestry, logging, road construction and maintenance, or closely related heavy outdoor work and at least two years of general construction experience. Washington State driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications
CDL Class B endorsement for driver’s license.
Additional Requirements
A background check will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A pre-employment physical will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A driver's license will be required for candidates selected for this position.
Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/
Friday, July 6, 2007
Landscape Lead - $DOE
Top residential design/build landscape firm is seeking qualified applicants to be a Lead Person on our construction crew. Candidates should have 2+ years experience in all phases of landscape installation including hardscape, soil preparation and planting. Strong communication/supervision skills, ability to read plans and a willingness to learn also required. Valid DL and clean driving record required. Bilingual and plant knowledge is a plus.
Responsibilities will include: assisting crew foreman with supervision and training of construction crew, assuming a leadership role in the absence of the foreman, working as part of a team.
Salary DOE. This is a FT position offering benefits including heath insurance, direct deposit and paid time off.
APPLICANTS: Please fax or email a resume outlining your work history and qualifications
FAX: 206 784-1264 EMAIL: charlie@williamsonlandscape.com
We are professionals with high expectations of our employees, our work and ourselves. We depend on our dedicated staff to provide exceptional work, while having fun and creating beautiful gardens.
Responsibilities will include: assisting crew foreman with supervision and training of construction crew, assuming a leadership role in the absence of the foreman, working as part of a team.
Salary DOE. This is a FT position offering benefits including heath insurance, direct deposit and paid time off.
APPLICANTS: Please fax or email a resume outlining your work history and qualifications
FAX: 206 784-1264 EMAIL: charlie@williamsonlandscape.com
We are professionals with high expectations of our employees, our work and ourselves. We depend on our dedicated staff to provide exceptional work, while having fun and creating beautiful gardens.
Associate Gardener - $DOE
Associate Gardener: Vulcan Inc
No of Openings: 2
Work Schedule: Full-time
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Competitive Wages, full range of benefits including a matching 401k, 100% medical/dental insurance premiums for employees and 70% for dependents, paid vacation and paid training.
Employment Start Date:
*Job Description:
We are hiring 2 full-time, year round Landscape Gardener's for a high-end residential estate in the Seattle area. This position is responsible for working as a member of a team to maintain the highest quality gardening practices and procedures. This is a hands-on position that may also be required to assist in other related duties. Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain/plant trees, shrubs, perennials, hedges, climbing roses, vines and containers. Handle seasonal lawn maintenance, leaf removal, edging and weeding. Maintain the greenhouse. Plant and maintain fruits and vegetables for growth and harvest. Maintain and assist to winterize irrigation. Groom paths, remove snow and ice from surrounding all buildings and entry gate in winter. Help to clean, maintain and operate landscaping equipment. Assist with maintenance projects. Organize tables, seedlings, plants, changing out of plants and wash windows. Support and participate in other duties as determined necessary.
*Qualifications Required:
Qualifications: HS diploma or GED and 1+ years gardening/landscaping experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to understand and speak English. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight, measurement, volume and distance. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Strong attention to detail. Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Reliable and dependable. Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to effectively respond to requests and questions from managers, supervisors and co-workers.
*Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please send a resume to Gardenerjobs@gmail.com with the title Gardener in the subject line or fax a resume to 206-254-3201.
No of Openings: 2
Work Schedule: Full-time
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Competitive Wages, full range of benefits including a matching 401k, 100% medical/dental insurance premiums for employees and 70% for dependents, paid vacation and paid training.
Employment Start Date:
*Job Description:
We are hiring 2 full-time, year round Landscape Gardener's for a high-end residential estate in the Seattle area. This position is responsible for working as a member of a team to maintain the highest quality gardening practices and procedures. This is a hands-on position that may also be required to assist in other related duties. Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain/plant trees, shrubs, perennials, hedges, climbing roses, vines and containers. Handle seasonal lawn maintenance, leaf removal, edging and weeding. Maintain the greenhouse. Plant and maintain fruits and vegetables for growth and harvest. Maintain and assist to winterize irrigation. Groom paths, remove snow and ice from surrounding all buildings and entry gate in winter. Help to clean, maintain and operate landscaping equipment. Assist with maintenance projects. Organize tables, seedlings, plants, changing out of plants and wash windows. Support and participate in other duties as determined necessary.
*Qualifications Required:
Qualifications: HS diploma or GED and 1+ years gardening/landscaping experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to understand and speak English. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight, measurement, volume and distance. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Strong attention to detail. Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Reliable and dependable. Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to effectively respond to requests and questions from managers, supervisors and co-workers.
*Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please send a resume to Gardenerjobs@gmail.com with the title Gardener in the subject line or fax a resume to 206-254-3201.
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