Labor Crew Chief - Tree Maintenance

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

6d•$24 - $30

About The Position

This position serves as supervisor of a tree maintenance crew responsible for tree maintenance operations utilizing medium and heavy equipment to maintain and preserve trees in the rights-of-way. Ensures safe, efficient, and professional operations in compliance with City and industry standards.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in tree maintenance operations.
Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement and good driving record.
Thorough knowledge of arboriculture and tree maintenance operations. Uses this knowledge in the day-to-day operations.
Has a good working knowledge of arboriculture and of trees indigenous to North Carolina and the southeastern U.S. Uses the knowledge in arboriculture maintenance.
Requires knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in the arboriculture industry.
Ability to assign, supervise and inspect work of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with the ability to prepare accurate daily work reports.
Requires strong communication skills and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with subordinates, co-workers and the public.
Ability to execute tasks with attention to detail.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.
Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to use mobile devices including smart phones and tablets.
Must maintain a valid NC Driver’s License and safe-driving record.
Work requires physical strength, outdoor exposure, and availability for storm events.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of supervisory experience in arboriculture or horticulture fields.
International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist

Responsibilities

Schedules, organizes, assigns, and participates in work of tree maintenance crew specializing in pruning and removal of various size trees (up to 100 ft.) in a safe manner.
Properly and safely operate arboriculture equipment, including: Chainsaws Stump grinder Wood chipper Bucket trucks of varying heights And other related tree maintenance equipment.
Ensures that crew members are properly trained to complete assigned tasks in a safe manner.
Provides time and/or instruction for crew members to attend safety training, learn to operate different equipment, learn or practice new techniques, and receive training from other sources.
Knowledgeable in all safety procedures for both equipment and personnel.
Comply with all safety rules so that all jobs and tasks are performed in a safe manner according to City safety policies, COOT, NCDOT, and OSHA regulations.
Ensures job site and work zone are in accordance with WATCH handbook and DOT regulations for traffic safety.
Initiates requests for supplies, materials, and tools.
Ensures that tools and equipment remain in good condition.
Inspects the condition of assigned equipment daily.
Safely operates, maintains, cleans and makes minor repairs to any equipment to complete the daily tasks.
Maintains inventory of all assigned tools and equipment and retains a general working knowledge of safe practices and procedures relating to those tools and equipment.
Use City’s work management software, Microsoft Office programs, and Virtual Charlotte to perform administrative responsibilities.
Completes daily work reports.
Maintains accurate schedules and completes other work reports and requests as needed.
Assists crewmembers in developing their performance and development work plans.
Properly and accurately completes performance evaluation of crewmembers in accordance with City and department timeframes.
Documents performance so that employees are kept informed of their progress.
Maintains the appropriate licenses for carrying out assigned tasks including commercial driver’s license.
Attends classes, training sessions, seminars etc. to acquire recertification credits and/or updates.
May be required to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions.
Participate in the emergency on-call program and emergency storm cleanup.
Work hours may include nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Perform other duties as requested.