Arborist-Forestry Worker 500

About the position

The City of Lansing is seeking an Arborist-Forestry Worker to join the Operations and Maintenance Division within the Public Service Department to maintain and provide the proper care for various trees. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and utilizing their skills and abilities to provide excellent tree service throughout the City.

Responsibilities

• Performing tree removal, pruning, planting, cabling, fertilizing, spraying, pest control and other types of maintenance work requiring walking, standing, climbing, balancing, using ladders, ropes, saddles, spurs, heavy power assisted tools and working in awkward positions for prolonged time periods.
• Regularly lifting and hauling loads weighing in excess of ninety (90) pounds.
• Diagnosing tree hazards and problems with insects, fungus, viruses, bacteria and recommends corrective action.
• Inspecting work of others and ensuring all work functions are carried out in safe and efficient manner by providing verbal and written instruction on proper and safe procedures.
• Operating a wide range of equipment such as; power and manual saws, brush chippers, log loaders, backhoes, aerial lifts, stump grinders, tractor loaders, skid steer units, hydraulic sprayers, light and heavy-duty vehicles by seizing, grasping levers, turning wheels and operating pedals.
• Performing emergency work during a storm, which requires exposure to all types of weather conditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in all phases of tree maintenance work including climbing with rope, saddle, and spurs; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• One (1) year of experience supervising or serving as a group leader on a tree maintenance crew preferred.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Certified Veteran Friendly Employer
• Reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities