Tree Trimmer I/II

City of Mountain View; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mountain View is seeking a self-motivated Tree Trimmer I/II to join the Forestry Division of the Community Services Department. The role includes trimming, pruning, planting, stump grinding, and assisting with street trees and City parks.

Work may involve operating a bucket truck and small power equipment, while maintaining safety and providing courteous service to residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in urban tree maintenance and basic pruning techniques.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate small power equipment and hand tools to cut and trim trees on City streets and in City parks, using safe practices.
• Assist with planting, stump grinding, brush removal, and other tree maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Tree trimming

Ground work

Bucket truck operation

Safety compliance

Customer service

Job description

We're looking for a self-motivated, safety-oriented, and diligent individual with exceptional customer service skills who enjoys working outdoors to take on the role of Tree Trimmer I/II in the Forestry Division of the Community Services Department. The City's Tree Trimmers perform a variety of duties including working from the ground and in the bucket truck to trim, prune, plant, grind tree stumps, drag brush, operate the chipper, install street banners, and otherwise maintain Street and City owned trees. This position may be filled as a Tree Trimmer I or Tree Trimmer II, depending on the qualifications of finalists. If you are looking to make a positive impact in a skilled maintenance and customer service role, this position is for you! Review our detailed job description here.

What You'll Do:

Operate small power equipment and hand tools to cut and trim trees on City streets and in City parks. Safely and efficiently l...