TREE TRIMMER

Dearborn, City of (MI); Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dearborn is seeking a Tree Maintenance Technician to remove and trim trees, plant and maintain greenery, and assess trees for disease or pest issues. The role includes keeping equipment in good working order and responding to inquiries from the public about tree concerns.

The position also involves occasional snow and stump removal and requires reliable attendance. A suitable education background or certifications are acceptable for qualification.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or high school diploma with 2 years of related experience, or applicable certifications.
• Ability to remove/trim trees and plant or maintain greenery as needed.
• Willingness to respond to inquiries and maintain equipment in working order.

Responsibilities

• Removes and trims trees; plants and maintains trees; analyzes disease issues.
• Maintains equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Responds to inquiries regarding tree issues and conditions.
• Performs snow and/or stump removal as needed.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Tree maintenance

Equipment maintenance

Inquiry handling

Attendance

Education

Associate’s degree or HS diploma + 2 years related experience

Job description

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for performing tree removal and/or maintenance tasks. Responsibilities may include planting and/or removing trees; maintaining equipment; and responding to inquiries. May oversee work of contractors or other employees in lower classifications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Removes and/or trims trees; plants and maintains trees; analyzes trees to identify disease and pest issues; determines methods of resolving disease and pest issues.

• Maintains equipment to ensure proper functioning.

• Responds to inquiries regarding tree issues and conditions.

• Performs snow and/or stump removal as needed.

• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Associate’s degree; or, High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 2 years of related experience; or, all required certification(s); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

• Electrical Hazard Awareness Certification (Must obtain within 6 months of hire)

• Certified Line Clearance Preferred

• Certified Pesticide Applicator 3a,3b, 6, and Right of Way (Must obtain within 6 months of hire)

• Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License (Must obtain CDL Class A within 180 days of hire)

PARTS AND WEIGHTS OF THE EXAMINATION:

Oral 100%

DURATION OF LIST:

This list will be in effect for a period of six months.

POST-EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory completion of background check and a pre-employment physical and drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act but not those legalized under Michigan law.

• All appointees are subject to a one-year probationary period.