Temporary Arborist

State of NebraskaLincoln, NE
1d$17

About The Position

Primarily Arboriculture work, such as trimming trees, while working in a 55-foot, aerial lift unit. Arboriculture experience is required. Candidate will also preform labor for general landscape installation and maintenance. Supervise one or more employees.

Requirements

  • No specific education, training, or experience is required for entry to this class.
  • Experience or ability to learn how to safely operate a truck with GVWR of 29,000 pounds equipped with an aerial lift unit
  • Nebraska CDL with air brakes certification or be able to pass same within 4 weeks after employment.
  • Candidate must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds throughout an 8 to 10 hour work shift.
  • Work will be at various parks throughout Nebraska; therefore, extensive travel will be required.
  • Knowledge of the operation of various types of equipment associated with grounds maintenance.
  • Ability to operate and maintain hand and powered tools and equipment essential for miniatous and repair work including chain saws, weed whips, mowers, tractors and trucks
  • Ability to preform heavy physical labor and to work in adverse weather conditions
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in lawn mowing, turf maintenance, hedge trimming, snow shoveling, gardening, farming, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds keeping.
  • Arboriculture experience with professional tree service or municipality preferred.
  • Experience using chain saws with a commercial tree service or grounds maintenance crew is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Trimming trees while working in a 55-foot, aerial lift unit
  • Perform labor for general landscape installation and maintenance
  • Supervise one or more employees

Benefits

  • We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
  • Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
  • Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
  • For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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