Tree Care Specialist II

2 weeks ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States Salt Lake City Full time

Position Title:

Arborist II (May underfill at level I)

Job Overview:

This role involves executing specialized functions essential for the effective planting, upkeep, removal, and provision of emergency services related to trees and other vegetation on properties managed by Salt Lake City Corporation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • May take on a leadership role overseeing full-time and/or seasonal staff as required by work assignments, including training personnel for safe job execution.
  • Identifies and applies suitable techniques to guarantee proper planting, maintenance, removal, and emergency services for trees, shrubs, and other vegetation on properties managed by Salt Lake City Corporation, which encompasses tree pruning, spraying, removal, planting, stump grinding, and emergency service delivery.
  • Operates various specialized equipment, including aerial lifts, stump cutters, chainsaws, spraying devices, and a range of vehicles such as trucks, loaders, backhoes, tree spades, and trailers as necessary.
  • Adheres to safe working practices as outlined in the American National Standards for Arboricultural Operations ANSI Z or the latest approved revision.
  • Provides recommendations to the crew supervisor regarding operational processes, equipment requirements, technical information, tree conditions, and customer inquiries.
  • Under the supervision of an Arborist III, Urban Forestry Field Supervisor, or City Forester, is required to perform tasks at heights exceeding 100 feet by manually climbing trees.
  • Utilizes a computer to input, update, and close service requests, work orders, and tree inventory records.
  • Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Three years of experience as part of a tree maintenance crew. Related tree care experience may be substituted. At least six months of experience climbing trees is required. Must be able to read, write, and follow both verbal and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of trees and the appropriate methods, techniques, and practices used in the tree care industry for their planting, maintenance, removal, and emergency services.
  • Familiarity with personal protective equipment, climbing gear, rigging tools, ropes, knots, bends, and hitches used in the tree industry.
  • Arborist Certification from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
  • Ability to supervise and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License (CDL) class A with airbrake and combination endorsements or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • Ability to secure flagging certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 6 months of hire.

Working Conditions:

  • This position involves strenuous physical labor with risks including heat exhaustion, falls from heights, electrocution from electrical hazards, being struck by falling objects, and injuries from power equipment usage. Continuous handling of medium to heavy weights, frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of heavy items is required. Exposure to heights over 100 feet, extreme weather conditions year-round, as well as fumes, noise, dust, grease, and electrical hazards is common. The risk of bodily injury is significant under normal working conditions.
  • Intermittent exposure to stressful situations due to human behavior.
  • Irregular and extended working hours may be necessary during peak seasons and emergencies.

The above statements are intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for personnel classified in this role.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary Range:

Arborist I: $29.05

Arborist II: $22.72 - $29.90

Department:

Public Lands

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40



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