TREE TRIMMER

Job Title

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.