Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, performs basic tree services operations to include stump removal, tree pruning and trimming. Assists with the removal of trees on City property as well as fallen trees on roads and/or private property including the disposal of all debris. Responsible for the installation of the City’s holiday light displays as well as event street pole banners. Supports special events and other specialized activities. On call for tree emergencies and weather related events.

 Essential Functions

% of Time

70%

15%

15%

Perform other duties as assigned.

Primary Work Location: Outdoors.

Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, safety vest, ear plugs or ear muffs, steel-toed boots, chainsaw chaps, gloves, seat belts, safety belts (harness), and hard hat.

Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:

Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards with the majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. Daily exposure to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, and physical hazards.

Physical Demands:

Continuously requires hearing, vision, carrying, handling/grasping, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, bending, standing, and walking. Frequently requires talking, crouching/stooping, and kneeling. Occasionally requires fine dexterity (e.g. tying and untying knots), climbing, crawling, balancing, sitting, and foot controls. Very heavy strength demands include exerting up to 20 pounds constantly, 20-50 pounds frequently, 50-100 pounds occasionally, and may require occasionally exerting 100-150 pounds with assistance from other staff or machinery.

Mental Demands:

Constantly requires working in a noisy/distracting environment and working closely with others as part of a team. Frequently requires time pressures, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious or exacting work, emergency situations, and working an irregular schedule or overtime.

The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.