Maintenance Mechanic - Urban Forestry

City of Saratoga Springs; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saratoga Springs is seeking an individual for the Urban Forestry Crew in the Department of Public Works, accountable for tree maintenance and assistance in public works projects. Candidates with two years of tree experience or three years in public works/building maintenance are encouraged to apply. This role offers competitive hourly wages and a range of benefits including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid time off

CSEA Union

Yearly increases

Qualifications

• Two years of tree maintenance experience required.
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred.
• Must possess a valid NYS Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled work on public works projects.
• Assist skilled workers in construction and maintenance.
• Use tools and equipment for the assigned project.

Skills

Tree identification

Arboriculture practices

Safety standards in arboriculture

Education

Education/training in Arboriculture/urban forestry

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Mini skid steer operation

Job description

FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, YOU MUST SUBMIT THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS APPLICATION.
Applications are available in the Civil Service Office in City Hall, or online www.saratoga-springs.org under Civil Service, or email [e-mail] to request one be sent to you.
Completed applications can be emailed to [e-mail], mailed in, or dropped off at the office.

SALARY: $29.66 per hour.

2024 NYS Retirement; Health, Dental, Vision Benefits; Paid time off; CSEA Union; Yearly increases

LOCATION: City of Saratoga Springs – Department of Public Works – “Urban Forestry Crew”

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following qualification(s) must be met and clearly detailed in the City of Saratoga Springs employment application form by the last filing date:

• Two years of full-time paid tree maintenance experience such as trimming, pruning, felling, planting and transplanting trees OR
• Three years of full-time paid experience in public works or building construction or maintenance activities involving application of carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical trades’ techniques.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a current and valid NYS Drivers License and must maintain for the duration of employment.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• ISA Certified Arborist.
• Education/training in the field of Arboriculture/urban forestry/forestry.
• Certified chainsaw operator.
• Chipper/chipper winch operation experience.
• Knowledge of ANSI A300 standards and ability to perform Best Management Practices in arboriculture.
• Experience operating a mini skid steer.
• Safety orientated; use of PPE and safety standards in arboriculture.
• Knowledge of proper tree planting techniques.
• Strong knowledge of Tree identification.

DUTIES:

• The work involves responsibility for performing semi-skilled work on public works projects including the construction, maintenance and/or repair of municipal streets, bridges, parks and grounds, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and street signage and markings and for assisting skilled workers on such projects. Although a working knowledge of one or more trades is necessary, a Maintenance Mechanic does not utilize the more skilled techniques for any considerable portion of his/her time.
• The incumbent also uses tools, operates equipment and performs manual labor related to the project to which assigned.
• The work is performed under the general supervision of the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of Public Works.
• General instructions are received regarding routine jobs with detailed instructions on new, unusual or difficult assignments. Supervision of others is not a function of this class. Does related work as required.

FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, YOU MUST SUBMIT THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS APPLICATION.
Applications are available in the Civil Service Office in City Hall, or online www.saratoga-springs.org under Civil Service, or email [e-mail] to request one be sent to you.

Completed applications can be emailed to [e-mail], mailed in, or dropped off at the office.