Tree Maintenance Technician 2

The International Society of Arboriculture, Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Society of Arboriculture, Inc. (ISA) in Greenville, SC is seeking a Tree Maintenance Technician 2 to support tree care operations, removal, pruning, and equipment management.

The role involves on-call duties and overtime for emergencies, with weekend work as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years in tree care, and certifications such as FEMA IC 100/552/700 plus aerial lift safety; SC Driver's License and CDL with air brake are required within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Over two years of experience in tree care operations.
• FEMA Certifications IC 100, 552, and 700 within three months of hire.
• Aerial lift/bucket truck safety certification within six months of hire.
• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License at hire; SC Class B CDL with air brake within three months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tree service operations: stump removal, tree removal, pruning and trimming per ISA standards.
• Assist with removal of trees on City property and debris disposal.
• Organize and maintain tree maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Support special events and other specialized activities.
• Subject to on-call availability and overtime for emergencies, including some nights and weekends.
• Act as Tree Maintenance Supervisor in absence of supervisor.

Skills

On-call availability

Tree care operations

Equipment organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FEMA IC 100

FEMA IC 552

FEMA IC 700

Aerial lift/bucket truck safety certification

SC Driver's License (Class D)

SC CDL with air brake

Job description

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Tree Maintenance Technician 2

Location: Greenville, SC
Salary: $52,000.00-$65,963.00 Annually ($25.00-$31.70/Hr)

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, assists in performing tree service operations such as stump removal, tree removal, tree pruning and trimming according to International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) standards. Assists with removal of trees on City property and the disposal of all debris. Cleans up tree debris and removes trees that have fallen on roads and/or private property. Organizes and maintains tree maintenance equipment and vehicles. Supports special events and other specialized activities. Subject to on-call availability and overtime for tree emergencies and weather-related events to include some nights and weekends. Assists with staff training. Acts as the Tree Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent. Over two (2) years of experience in tree care operations. FEMA Certifications IC 100, 552, and 700 within three (3) months of hire. Aerial lift/bucket truck safety certification within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Heavy equipment operation to include mini-excavators, skid steers, and related equipment. Horticulture experience. ISA certification. Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ). Valid South Carolina Class A CDL.

Driver's License Requirements

Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License at hire. Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) within three (3) weeks of hire, or the equivalent CLP from their state of residence. Valid South Carolina Class B CDL with air brake provision within three (3) months of hire, or the equivalent CDL from their state of residence.

The City of Greenville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The City of Greenville will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals. The City of Greenville does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender or sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran's status or genetic information. The City of Greenville is a Fair Chance Employer. The City of Greenville is a smoke-free workplace. The City of Greenville participates in E-Verify, in compliance with South Carolina law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.