Temporary Arborist

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed