Tree Pruner II — Skilled Arborist, Bonus Eligible

City of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-time recruitment/retention bonus $

Career advancement potential

Job summary

City of Sacramento is seeking a Tree Pruner II to prune and remove trees along city streets and perform related maintenance. The role requires skilled pruning, climbing, and operation of aerial tower trucks and power tools. A California Class B license is required by end of probation and pre-employment drug testing may apply.

New hires may be eligible for a one-time recruitment/retention bonus up to $1,000 in the first year. Work involves varied shifts and emergencies with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Three years of qualifying experience pruning or removing large trees.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using ropes and gear to remove branches and trees.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, chippers, and related equipment.
• Prune trees for clearance around utilities and maintain equipment.

Skills

Tree Pruning

Climbing

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Chainsaw

Chipper

Aerial tower truck

Job description

City of Sacramento is seeking a Tree Pruner II to prune and remove trees along city streets and perform related maintenance. The role requires skilled pruning, climbing, and operation of aerial tower trucks and power tools. A California Class B license is required by end of probation and pre-employment drug testing may apply.

New hires may be eligible for a one-time recruitment/retention bonus up to $1,000 in the first year. Work involves varied shifts and emergencies with safety as a priority.