Arborist I

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County is seeking an Arborist I for Lincoln Parks and Recreation. The role focuses on tree care, maintenance, and operation of specialized equipment in outdoor conditions.

This full-time position emphasizes safety and community interaction. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license (CDL required or obtainable within 90 days), completion of the First-Class Arborist Exam within 6 months, and Nebraska Pesticide Applicator license

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or training/experience providing the required knowledge, abilities and skills.
• Valid driver’s license is required; CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days of appointment.
• Successful completion of City of Lincoln’s First-Class Arborist Examination within 6 months of appointment.
• Nebraska Certified Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Prune, repair, and remove City trees; perform tree maintenance and arboricultural tasks.
• Operate and maintain arboricultural tools and equipment (chainsaws, pruners, bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, loaders).
• Provide courteous, professional customer service and work with the public.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Beehive

Job description

Lincoln Parks and Recreation is seeking a skilled and motivated Arborist I to join our team dedicated to the care, maintenance, and preservation of our City trees. This position performs a variety of skilled tasks related to public tree maintenance, snow removal, and equipment upkeep in a safe, efficient, and community-focused manner.

Work involves responsibility for the pruning, repairing, and removal of City trees; and the operation and maintenance of specialized tree care equipment. Much of the work is hazardous, requires considerable strength and agility, and is performed outdoors in all types of weather.

What You'll Do:

• Tree Maintenance & Arboricultural Work
  • Perform tasks such as pruning, topping, trunk and stump removal, trunk injection, and emergency storm response.
  • Operate and maintain arboricultural tools and equipment including chain saws, pole pruners, aerial bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and front-end loaders.
• Equipment Maintenance
  • Conduct daily inspections and minor field repairs of tools and equipment.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance, including fueling, cleaning, lubricating, and sharpening.
  • Utilize and understand asset management systems such as Beehive.
• Teamwork & Public Interaction
  • Work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
  • Provide courteous and professional customer service.
  • Embody department core values: Attitude, Customer Friendly, Teamwork, and Servant Leadership.

This Safety Sensitive position is subject to mandatory drug testing policies as a condition of employment.

Hours

Full time; M - F; 40 hours per week; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills

Necessary Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license. Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required or the ability to obtain within 90 days of appointment. Successful completion of the City of Lincoln's First-Class Arborist Examination within 6 months of appointment. Nebraska Certified Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months of appointment.

IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE A CDL, PRIOR TO BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REGISTER WITH THE FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register