Tree Maintenance Supervisor - Forestry. Job in Wichita LilyLifestyle Jobs

Tree Care Supervisor This position involves supervising and inspecting the care of trees along City streets and the City park system. Work emphasizes inspection of private utility tree crews removing obstructions of high wires or park tree care activities. The assignment is based on oral or written instructions from a technical supervisor but the employee typically develops independent work methods. Hours: Monday‑Friday, 7:00 am‑3:30 pm. Examples of Work Performed Organizes, assigns and directs the work of a crew of tree maintenance workers in planting, pruning, shaping, spraying and removing trees. Instructs employees in safe work methods and takes necessary safeguards for preventing injuries to employees and the public. Inspects work of private utility company tree crews to ensure proper methods are used and trees are not damaged. Performs difficult tree work in climbing, shaping and pruning trees around high‑tension electric lines and rigging or removing dangerous trees. Supervises semiskilled workers in balling evergreens, watering trees and performing routine tree care tasks. Other related duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements of Work Considerable knowledge of the standard methods and practices used in climbing, shaping and caring for shade trees. Knowledge of tree diseases, insects, and methods of tree surgery. Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work, especially around high‑voltage electric lines. Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with earplugs or other hearing protection. Ability to organize, assign and supervise the work of others. Ability to climb trees and work safely and effectively at varying heights. Proficiency with saws, pole shears, axes, sledgehammers, wedges, stump pullers, trucks, winches, hoists, derricks, power sprayers and other tools used in forestry work. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of outside agencies, City officials, and the public. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas class B commercial driver’s license (CDL). If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country. An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Experience and Training Three years of experience in performing tree maintenance activities. One year of leadership experience in arboriculture or horticulture work, overseeing teams in tree maintenance, planting, or landscape enhancement. Ability to acquire a valid Kansas class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) within six months of employment. A valid driver’s license and legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. A valid Kansas class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) is preferred. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr