Service Worker- Tree Trimming

Applitrack; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Seguin is seeking a Service Worker—Tree Trimming to join the street maintenance crew. The role focuses on climbing and assisting in pruning, cabling, bracing and ground work for trees, with emphasis on safety and proper technique.

You will operate chainsaws, chippers, and bucket truck basics, identify tree species, and support a tree care crew in all assigned tasks. Training and safety compliance are essential for this field position.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of landscape or tree maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 112 lbs.
• Knowledge of safe pruning practices and tree care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing specialized pruning, takedowns, install cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate chainsaw, chipper, trucks and hand tools.
• Identify native and introduced trees and shrubs in the service area.
• Demonstrate sound tree risk assessment skills.
• Learn techniques for plant health care and safe operation of equipment.
• Participate in all safety training sessions.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Tree climbing

CPR

Pruning practices

Safety rules

Record keeping

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Two years landscape/tree maintenance experience

Tools

Commercial driver's license (Texas Class B)

Cardio Pulmonary Certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Service/Maintenance/ Service Worker - Tree Trimming
  
• Date Posted:
  9/23/2026
  
• Location:
  City of Seguin
  

Job Description: Service Worker- Tree Trimming

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Serve as member of a tree care crew with primary responsibility to climb and assist Tree Trimming crew in the performance of all services. Perform required ground, climbing and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments.

• Assist in performing specialized pruning, takedowns, install cabling and bracing
• Safely operate chainsaw, chipper, trucks and hand tools
• Identify native and introduced trees and shrubs in the service area
• Utilize all appropriate personal protective equipment
• Perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning and rigging techniques
• Utilize a basic understanding of tree growth, wounding and pruning
• Demonstrate sound tree risk assessment skills
• Demonstrate and practice application of approved knots
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking trucks
• Understand and demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of ground person position
• Learn and understand techniques and procedures necessary to assist in performing plant health care (fertilization, organic and pesticide treatments)
• Understand dangers associated with electrical hazards
• Understand and adhere to all safety rules and policies
• Participate in all safety training sessions

Other Important Duties*
Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Ability to train as a Tree Trimming Operator.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals, chainsaw safety and operation, tree climbing, bucket truck operation.
Demonstrated ability to: Perform CPR; lift and maneuver up to 112 lbs. (i.e. loading and unloading debris of tree removals); perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions.
Ability to: Understand and follow verbal and written instructions; maintain records and files; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees and the general public as well as vendors.
Other: may handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials may be stored.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
High school graduation or its equivalent. Two years of experience in landscape or tree maintenance, closely related field or equivalent is preferred;
or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license.
Must be able to maintain Cardio Pulmonary Certification.

* For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.

Starting Salary: $17.40/hour
Position Will Remain Open Until Filled -The City of Seguin is an "Equal Employment Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)