TREE CLIMBER, NO CDL

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a full-time role as a Tree Climber with the Department of Public Works and Parks. This position involves essential manual tasks such as trimming, pruning, and removing trees throughout the city. Ideal candidates will possess considerable knowledge of tree climbing techniques and safety practices, with a willingness to learn and adapt. The role requires physical endurance and the ability to work at great heights. Enjoy a rewarding career contributing to the beautification and maintenance of the community while ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tree trimming and removal methods.
• Ability to work at heights and follow verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual tasks related to tree trimming and removal.
• Work at heights using bucket trucks and climbing equipment.

Skills

Tree climbing

Knot tying

Manual labor

Bucket truck operation

Physical endurance

Tools

Climber hooks

Ropes

Rigging tools

Job description

TREE CLIMBER

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS

CITY OF WORCESTER

The Department of Public Works & Parks is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Tree Climber. Responsibilities include performing manual tasks related to the trimming, pruning, spraying, and removal of trees within the city. Typical working hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, but employees may be required to work any 8 hours within a 24-hour period and any 5 days of the week. Overtime eligibility applies.

Key qualifications for all Tree Climbers include:

1. Considerable knowledge of tree climbing, trimming, treatment, and removal methods.
2. Extensive knowledge of and ability to tie knots used in forestry operations.
3. Ability to learn the use and care of ropes, knots, climber hooks, riggings, and tools used in tree trimming and felling.
4. Ability to perform manual work requiring strength and endurance daily.
5. Ability to climb, visually identify trees, and work at heights in precarious positions.
6. Knowledge of bucket truck operation and ability to work in trucks at great heights.
7. Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
8. Must pass a pre-employment physical, reference check, and CORI check.
9. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing during employment.
10. Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 18 months of employment.

Starting hourly rate of pay: $21.16 per hour.

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

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