What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forestry Laborer - Temporary 2026 Term position at City of Dubuque?
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect the urban tree canopy; operate light and medium duty trucks and equipment and performs unskilled and semi-skilled work in the planting, trimming, and removal of publicly owned trees; and perform related work as required.
The ideal candidate possesses the ability to work effectively as a member of a team; desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork; and is able to follow a management style that is input oriented and values fairness, problem solving and the development of partnerships.
JOB DUTIES:
- Assist Forestry staff with tree maintenance, pruning and removal..
- Perform arboricultural ground worker tasks.
- Drag tree branches and feed brush chipper.
- Assist staff with planting, mulching and watering trees. .
- Operate trucks and equipment; and manual and power tools.
- Inspect vehicles, and equipment to determine condition or maintenance needs.
- Clean equipment or facilities; and job site.
- Maintain vehicles and equipment.
- Provide traffic control.
- Assist in stump grinding operations.
- Load and unload trucks.
- Use time and attendance software and other records.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Equipment Operation – Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of diesel, gas and battery powered equipment.
- Maintenance - Knowledge of materials, equipment, tools and techniques used in removing and maintaining trees.
- Multilimb Coordination and Manual Dexterity - Using your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, crouching or kneeling; and holding or moving items with your hands.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience operating light or medium duty trucks and equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possession of a Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement.
- Experience removing and maintaining trees
- Knowledge of native tree and shrub species.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties require working outside in inclement weather; and medium to heavy work with occasional heavy lifting.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
SUPERVISORY STATUS: None