Forestry Crew Member

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

1d•$23 - $34

About The Position

Under direct supervision, safely performs maintenance to public trees to ensure a safe and healthy urban tree canopy. Maintenance activities include but are not limited to tree planting, small tree pruning and removals, tank watering, mulching, and stump grinding following industry and division standards. Operates a variety of power tools and specialized equipment in the performance of these duties.

Requirements

Ability and willingness to perform a wide range of manual and physically demanding tasks outdoors under all weather conditions.
Ability to proficiently use computers, tablets and the Microsoft Office s uite .
Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, supplies and equipment, and follow established procedures.
Ability and willingness to learn and operate a variety of hand and power tools including chainsaws and t o utilize all required safety equipment.
Ability and willingness to learn and operate tractors, skid-steer, pickup trucks, trucks with trailers, brush chippers, and stump grinders.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively to supervisors, coworkers, volunteers and the public .
Ability and willingness to successfully integrate into Forestry field crews as one of the team members.
Effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to maintain acceptable motor vehicle record.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history .
High school diploma or GED
No experience is required for this role.

Nice To Haves

College coursework in Forestry, Arboriculture, Natural Resources or a related environmental field.
Ability to identify urban tree species common to the Front Range of Colorado .
Previous experience with tree maintenance operations.
Previous experience with a variety of hand and power tools including chainsaws .
Previous experience with tractors, skid-steer, pickup trucks, trucks with trailers, brush chippers, and stump grinders.
Experience with tree inventory , GIS and/or asset management programs.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) arborist certification

Responsibilities

Performs general tree maintenance work such as tree planting, mulching, watering, and small tree pruning and removals in c ity parks, public street rights-of-way and on other city property.
Grinds stump s , chips brush and performs maintenance tasks such as pesticide applications, tank watering, and mulching.
Acts as grounds person for arborists working from ropes or bucket truck.
Uses the following types of tools and equipment for tree maintenance: trailers, power tools such as chainsaws, hand tools including pruners/saws, chipper and utility trucks.
Conducts city wide surveys to update records for the tree inventory using a tablet computer and assists with data entry.
Maintains records of work performed using asset management software; collect and maintain information on species type, tree size, health, location and maintenance records for public trees.
Assists with responding to service requests from the public on matters related to general tree care.
Assists with community related special events , educational events, and volunteer events such as Arbor Day Tree Planting.
Unloads tree deliveries from nursery, care for tree stock in forestry yard.
A ssist in marking trees for pruning/removal contracts.
Posts for no parking and pesticide notification to ensure compliance with City ordinances.
Uses and operates hand and power tools and maintains related equipment.
Performs related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the City
Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating in professional training and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.
Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents/injuries.
Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment.
Uses all required safety equipment.
Reports all accidents, injuries and damage to property.
Be flexible to work additional hours in situations when resources are needed.