Canopy Tree Trimmer & Palm Specialist

City-of-Miami-Beach; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Miami Beach seeks a skilled tree trimmer for pruning and removing canopy trees and palms in public spaces. You will work with standard pruning tools and equipment, often at heights, ensuring safety and ANSI compliance.

The role requires at least 6 months of full-time tree trimming experience and a Florida Class B CDL with air brakes within 6 months of appointment. Physical stamina and ability to operate maintenance equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• 6 months full-time tree trimmer experience.
• Florida Class B CDL (air brakes) within 6 months of appointment.
• Ability to physically perform demanding tasks and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prune canopy trees and palms to ANSI standards in public areas.
• Safely remove hazardous canopy trees and palms in public areas.
• Work at heights when required.
• Operate and repair chainsaws and other pruning equipment.
• Install and transplant trees, palms, and landscape plants.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Tree trimming

Tool operation

Vehicle operation

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruning tools

Job description

City of Miami Beach seeks a skilled tree trimmer for pruning and removing canopy trees and palms in public spaces. You will work with standard pruning tools and equipment, often at heights, ensuring safety and ANSI compliance.

The role requires at least 6 months of full-time tree trimming experience and a Florida Class B CDL with air brakes within 6 months of appointment. Physical stamina and ability to operate maintenance equipment are essential.