Arborist Technician I - Tree Crew

City of DeLand • DeLand, FL

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a skilled position within the city’s tree division. Work involves personal participation in a variety of tasks including but not limited to planting, pruning, felling, and removal of city trees. An Arborist is responsible for the proper operation and care of assigned equipment and tools. Assignments are received verbally or in the form of work orders, and the work is inspected during progress and reviewed upon completion.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED required.
• An Arborist must have considerable experience in the trimming and removal of trees or the ability to learn the skills needed to safely trim and remove trees.
• Maintenance of traffic (M.O.T) certification and Electrical Hazard Awareness (EHAP) certifications must be possessed and maintained by the Arborist.
• A state of Florida CDL class B with Air Breaks must also be possessed and maintained
• A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
• Employee must also be able to communicate both orally and in writing.
• An Arborist must be able to recognize recognizable defects and possible hazards within the tree being worked.
• He/she must also be able to adjust the work plan to maintain safety as situations arise on the job site.
• Must have knowledge of and ability to apply safe rigging practices and techniques.
• Must be proficient in the tying of common knots used in the industry.
• Must know the safe operating procedures and maintenance requirements of chainsaws and other equipment used by tree workers.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the planting, pruning, felling, and removal of trees.
• Uses power chainsaws, handsaws, pole pruners, and other tools to remove dead, broken, and undesired branches and trees.
• Uses ropes, blocks, pulleys, and other rigging equipment to safely remove and lower limbs and heavy sections of wood.
• Washes vehicles and other assigned equipment.
• Performs daily inspections and maintenance of equipment.
• Relays time and production information to the Foreman.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED