TREE MAINTENANCE WORKER, CALTRANS

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 54,349 - 68,087; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a Tree Maintenance Worker in California to trim, shape, and remove trees. The role includes applying pesticides and performing aerial rescues as needed while ensuring safety standards are met.

Candidates must be able to operate various equipment, including aerial tools and trucks, and have a valid California Driver’s License. This position may require overnight travel and working irregular shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver’s License required.
• Ability to climb trees over 40 feet high.
• Must pass drug screening and background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Trim, shape, and remove trees under supervision.
• Apply pesticides along transportation facilities.
• Perform aerial rescues when necessary.

Skills

Climbing trees

Trimming and shaping trees

Operating heavy equipment

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power saws

Aerial equipment

Brush chippers

Job description

Salary

$4,870.00 – $6,101.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate range when applicable.

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Caltrans Tree Maintenance Supervisor, the Tree Maintenance Worker will trim, shape, and remove trees, apply pesticides along transportation facility rights‑of‑way, and within state facilities. The Tree Maintenance Worker will perform aerial rescue when required. The Tree Maintenance Worker may be assigned to other operational units and/or geographical areas as operational needs dictate and may be required to work nights and/or weekends and possible overtime. Overnight travel out of town up to 80 percent of the time may be required to meet operational needs.

The Tree Maintenance Worker operates a variety of equipment, including trucks, personnel hoists, brush chippers, and aerial equipment. They perform heavy labor associated with tree work, climb trees by means of ropes or spurs, utilize safety belt and other required rigging, trim and remove limbs and branches, lower‑cut limbs and branches near utility lines, remove and trim felled and hazard trees, and cut brush along the state rights‑of‑way and at state facilities. The Tree Maintenance Worker uses power and hand saws, axes, wedges, pneumatic and hydraulic tools, and other similar power and hand tools, and maintains tree climbing and trimming equipment.

Working Conditions

Position located at 908 North Emerald Avenue, Modesto, Stanislaus County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This is a reposting of JC‑497104. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re‑apply; your application will be considered.

May be exposed to loud noise, dust, chemicals, extreme weather conditions, great heights, confined spaces, uneven and unstable terrain, and next to vehicle traffic. Workers will be required to wear all personal protective equipment and follow all policies and procedures. Work will involve rotating or irregular shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays, overtime, and the ability to respond to after‑hour emergencies.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Special Requirements

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL) – provide license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• Drug screening must be passed prior to being hired.
• Background investigation must be cleared prior to being hired.
• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• Ability to climb trees in excess of 40 feet in height by means of belts, spurs, and ropes to perform tree trimming tasks.
• Subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, reinstatement, re‑employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position, but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you base your eligibility on education, submit your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.