JOB
Position is responsible for operating various medium and light equipment required in forestry management.
Equal Opportunity Employment
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Prunes trees according to accepted arboricultural standards and in an efficient manner to meet schedules. Communicates climbing and pruning plans to groundsworker before leaving the ground. Climbs trees using recognized techniques and approved devices. Performs aerial rescues during drills and emergency situations. Safety conscious at all times; considering safety for self, employees, visitors, animals and structures. Performs maintenance activities, such as complete removals, on trees with existing mechanical devices. Removes, under Crew Leaders supervision, trees in a safe manner, following accepted arboricultural practices. Understands how to safely lower limbs and sections over sensitive areas. Operates, and maintains brush chippers and chain saws on a daily basis. Prepares site for tree planting by digging holes, making soil amendments, etc. Plants trees using accepted arboricultural practices. Identifies the scientific and common names of the tree collection within our Parks system. Responsible for all tools and equipment issued or assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.