Regional Safety Trainer

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program.

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Regional Safety Trainer in Texarkana, TX to implement, maintain, and conduct safety and technical training for regional personnel, while assisting the Regional Safety Supervisor with site audits.

Responsibilities include teaching climbing methods, tree felling, rigging, DOT inspections, and first aid, and administering training programs while upholding LCQS standards across crews. Travel may be required, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb trees and operate chainsaw.
• Must be able to read/write and understand English (Spanish bilingual preferred).
• Know vegetation industry equipment and how to operate and service company tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform and teach new and advanced climbing methods.
• Perform and teach tree felling according to the company training process.
• Demonstrate and teach tree rigging and roping procedures.
• Administer Driver Management Program and be trained in corporate DMP program.
• Perform and teach DOT Pre-Trip Inspection.
• Administer Company-approved training program.
• Perform and teach First Aid and CPR.
• Attendance requirements: 40-50 hour work week, including weekends if requested.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attend periodic company-approved training programs.

Skills

Climb trees

Safety communication

Physical stamina

DOT inspections

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Regional Safety Trainer

Responsible for implementing, maintaining, and conducting safety and technical training programs to regional personnel. Assists the Regional Safety Supervisor with job site safety audits and communicates and enforces regional and corporate policies and procedures. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Region Manager and may have additional responsibilities as directed. This position requires a high emphasis on the company's training process, the Line Clearance Qualification Standard (LCQS). This will entail checking crew certifications and making sure that the individuals performing the jobs have the correct certifications and that the LCQS training is being conducted properly at all levels.

• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance.

Benefits

• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Perform and teach new and advanced climbing methods.
• Perform and teach tree felling according to the company training process.
• Demonstrate and teach tree rigging and roping procedures.
• Administer Driver Management Program and be trained in corporate DMP program.
• Perform and teach DOT Pre-Trip Inspection.
• Administer Company-approved training program.
• Perform and teach First Aid and CPR.
• Attendance Requirements: 40 -50 hour work week, including weekends if requested.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attend periodic company-approved training programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Able to:
  • Climb trees & run a chain saw
  • Carry out minor repairs on DOT Equipment.
  • Communicate safety rules, processes, procedures, and operational functions with clarity and in a manner that employees understand.
• Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information in English (Spanish-bilingual preferred).
• Possess knowledge of vegetation industry specialized equipment.
• Must be able to operate and service all company-provided tools and equipment.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen

• Upon hire, employees may be required to complete and pass both a pre-employment drug screen and background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications

• Valid DOT Medical Card Required.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• Valid Driver's License Required.

TRAVEL

• Must be willing to travel out of state for regular work as requested and emergency storm work.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing on/off a truck and ladders, Reading, Pushing.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Walking, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Speaking clearly and projecting to a distance, Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, Lift up to 10 pounds.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Climbing, Gripping, Reaching, Seeing at a distance and good depth perception, Full body range of motion, Lift up to 50 pounds.

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.

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.