Groundsmen

City of East Point; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of East Point is seeking an entry-level Tree Trimmer to assist with ground-based tree trimming operations and safety compliance.

Duties include removing dead or dangerous trees, operating chain saws and bucket truck, inspecting trees along rights of way, and supporting crew leaders. CDL license is required or ability to obtain.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in construction or maintenance preferred.
• Must possess or have ability to possess a valid Georgia CDL license.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Removes dead or dangerous trees using chain saws, ropes and aerial bucket truck.
• Sharpens chain saw chains with a hand file.
• Conducts visual inspections of trees along right of way, parks, alleys, and other public properties to determine corrective action.
• Investigates work requests and makes recommendations regarding the type of work to be performed.
• Listens to complaints, inquiries or requests from the public and other departments and schedules necessary tree work.
• Operates and feeds the chipper and enforces safety rules.
• May operate power driven machinery such as a chain saw, hydraulic pruning equipment, gasoline powered hedge trimmer, stump grinder or other similarly sized equipment.
• Cleans equipment using appropriate materials.
• Cleans up debris from tree trimming or removal operations using a shovel, rake or other tools.
• Loads trucks.
• May serve as crew leader and oversee the work of other tree trimming employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power tool operation

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Reading verbal/written instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL license

Job description

This is an entry-level position responsible for assisting with tree trimming operations from the ground level.

Major Duties

• Removes dead or dangerous trees using chain saws, ropes and aerial bucket truck.
• Sharpens chain saw chains with a hand file;
• Conducts visual inspections of trees along right of way, parks, alleys, and other public properties to determine corrective action necessary to alleviate any problems;
• Investigates work requests and makes recommendations regarding the type of work to be performed;
• Listens to complaints, inquiries or requests from the public and other departments and schedules necessary tree work;
• Operates and feeds the chipper and enforces safety rules;
• May operate power driven machinery such as a chain saw, hydraulic pruning equipment, gasoline powered hedge trimmer, stump grinder or other similarly sized equipment;
• Cleans equipment using appropriate materials;
• Cleans up debris from tree trimming or removal operations using a shovel, rake or other tools;
• Loads trucks;
• May serve as crew leader and oversee the work of other tree trimming employees;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; minimum of one (1) year of experience in construction or maintenance preferred; must possess or have ability to possess a valid Georgia CDL license; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Knowledge of tree removal techniques;
• Basic knowledge of electrical distribution system operations;
• Basic knowledge of forestry methods and vegetation management.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of tree trimming and removal;
• Skill in tree removal and cutting techniques;
• Skill in operating lawn and grounds maintenance equipment;
• Ability to operate power tools;
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instruction;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public;
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and other City employees.

Supervisory Controls:

Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Tree Trimmer Supervisor.

Guidelines:

Guidelines include City and departmental policies and procedures and standard operating procedures.

Complexity:

The work consists of a variety of manual labor and tree trimming duties.

Scope and Effect:

The purpose of this position is to complete tree trimming activities to ensure that vegetation does not interfere with electrical operations.

Personal Contacts:

Contacts are typically with co-workers, public utility workers and the general public.

Purpose of Contacts:

Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

Physical Demands:

It may be necessary to wear some protective clothing and/or equipment such as rain and snow gear, boots, goggles, and gloves. Work requires physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking over rough, uneven surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stopping and reaching; lifting of occasional heavy items. Work requires average physical agility and dexterity.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily out-of-doors involving risks, discomfort, or unpleasantness such as high level of noise, dust, grease or mud; moving vehicles or machines; cold and inclement weather. Work may be performed in confined spaces in all weather conditions, and on uneven terrain.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility:

None.