TREE CLIMBER

City of Worcester; Worcester, Woburn (MA, MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established city department is seeking a dedicated Tree Climber to join their team. This full-time role involves performing essential manual tasks related to tree maintenance, including trimming, pruning, and removal. The ideal candidate will possess considerable knowledge of tree climbing techniques and safety protocols, as well as the ability to operate specialized equipment like bucket trucks. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on public service. If you are passionate about nature and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform manual work requiring considerable strength and endurance.
• Ability to climb and visually identify trees, working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual tasks related to trimming, pruning, and removal of trees.
• Work Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential overtime.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Knot Tying

Manual Labor

Bucket Truck Operation

Following Verbal Instructions

Education

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Tools

Climbing Gear

Ropes

Climber Hooks

Rigging Tools

Job description

TREE CLIMBER
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER

The Department of Public Works & Parks seeks applicants interested in the full-time position of Tree Climber. Responsibilities consist of performing a variety of manual tasks related to the trimming, pruning, spraying and removal of trees within the city. Typical hours consist of Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, but may be required to work any 8 hours in a 24 hour period, and work any 5 days of the week. Employees in this classification are eligible for overtime.

Key features for all Tree Climbers include:

• Considerable knowledge of tree climbing, trimming, treatment and removal methods.


• Extensive knowledge and ability to tie knots used in Forestry operations.


• Ability to acquire skill in the use and care of ropes, knots, climber hooks, riggings and tools commonly used in tree trimming and felling operations.


• Ability to perform manual work requiring considerable strength and endurance on a daily basis.


• Ability to climb and visually identify trees, and work at heights sometimes in precarious positions.


• Knowledge of the operation of a bucket truck, and the ability to work in truck at great heights


• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.


• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required as a condition of employment. (Class A or Class B CDL acceptable).


• Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, reference check and CORI check.


• Subject to pre-employment drug testing. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.

The starting hourly rate of pay is:

• $21.16 per hour


• For Motor Equipment Operator (when assigned):




• $ 27.63 MEO Grade A


• $ 28.52 MEO Grade B


• $ 30.22 MEO Grade C


• $ 31.19 MEO Grade D

IMPORTANT: Interested candidates MUST register on the Civil Service list for TREE CLIMBER as soon as possible. To register, complete a Labor Service Application and submit to the City of Worcester's Human Resources Department. Applications are available in-person at City Hall & online at www.worcesterma.gov/employment. Completed Labor Service Applications can be submitted in-person to Human Resources; mailed (with a valid copy of CDL) to: City of Worcester, Human Resources Department, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608; emailed: [e-mail]; OR, faxed: [phone].

Veterans will be given preference when applying for these positions. Proof of possession of a valid and current MA CDL license is required at time of registration. For more information, contact the City's Department of Human Resources at [phone].