FT- Arborist Technician - Parks/Forestry Division

Ogden City Corporation•Ogden, UT

14h

About The Position

This position performs specialized tasks associated with properly diagnosing, planting, maintaining, removing, and delivering emergency-related services for trees, shrubs, and other vegetation on property owned and maintained by Ogden City. Receives general supervision from the Urban Forester and direct functional supervision from the Parks/Forestry Crew Leader.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in arboriculture, property maintenance, trail maintenance, or related work.
High school diploma or its equivalent.
An equivalent combination of the above-stated work experience and education may qualify.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 150 days, a Utah State Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements.
Possession of or ability to obtain Utah State Pesticide Category 3 Turf and Ornamental Applicators License within 1 year of hire.
Employees must complete NIM IS100 and IS700 within six months of hire.
Knowledge of the care, operation, and maintenance of various power tools and equipment.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of plant applications, uses, establishment, and maintenance, including the pruning and trimming of various flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees.
Knowledge of proper watering techniques as applied to individual plant life.
Knowledge of plant/pest identification and related horticultural practices and applications.
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Skill in observing possible safety hazards and reacting accordingly.
Skill in operating a variety of power tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Skill in maintaining a variety of plant life.
Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include walking and standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned maintenance equipment.
Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception is needed for making observations, communicating with others, and operating assigned maintenance equipment and vehicles as required by the position.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
Ability to maintain mental capacity, which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.
Ability to comply with all city policies and regulations, including safety and risk management standards.

Nice To Haves

Possession of ISA Certification, or the ability to obtain certification within three years of hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

Trim, raise, and remove deadwood trees on city property for safety, to comply with ordinances, for aesthetics, etc.
Remove dead and hazardous trees, which can involve spraying herbicide and/ or stump grinding.
Create work orders and service requests on the Tree Inventory Program and update inventory information.
Operate various types of specialized equipment, both during emergencies and regularly scheduled tree service activities, such as aerial lift equipment, stump grinder, chemical sprayers, chain saw, etc., in addition to various trucks, loaders, backhoes, etc., as required.
Use specialized arborist equipment, such as ropes, blocks, and pulleys, to trim and remove trees.
Plant trees in parks and along streets.
Operate tanker and flusher trucks to water street and park trees.
Responsible for the Ogden City tree nursery, which involves educating citizens on proper tree planting, maintenance, and selection.
Maintain street "islands," including planting, weeding, trimming, removal, and hedge trimming.
Maintain paved and unpaved trails free of debris and fallen trees.
Assist in clearing land for various projects, including trail expansion.
Install and remove banners along streets for a variety of events.
Install, repair, and remove shade screens.
Respond to storm damage; remove trees and debris from roadways, sidewalks, trails, vehicles, fences, etc.
Perform general equipment maintenance duties, including refueling, changing oil, and lubricating parts.
Comply with safe working practices as defined by the American National Standards Institute for Arboricultural Operations ANSI Z133.1-2000 or the latest approved revision.
Participate in safety and risk management activities; take action to reduce liability to the city.
Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Employees are required to work as a team and frequently meet with co-workers and supervisors; employees are required to communicate in person with the public during office hours; and employees are required to use on-site equipment.
Assist in special event support for various events throughout the City.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.