Tree Artisan

City of Detroit • Michigan, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs work involved in the pruning, removing, cultivating and general care of trees and shrubs in streets, municipal parks and parkways, and in general landscape work.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Degree)
• One (1) year of experience in tree and shrub removal and pruning, including roping and rigging, aerial lift operation, chipper and stump grinder operation.
• Possess and carry a valid current Medical Examiner’s Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with State of Michigan Motor Carrier Safety Act-1988.

Nice To Haves

• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a Group B endorsement with air brakes within six months of entry into this class.
• Meet the State of Michigan Driving Eligibility Requirements for application for a CDL at the time of certification or hire to this class, including possessing a valid driver’s license.
• Meet physical standards prescribed by the Michigan State Motor Carrier Division.

Responsibilities

• Prunes and removes trees using roping and rigging techniques.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance of chainsaws.
• Plants and transplants young trees and moves larger trees.
• Prunes trees by cutting off dead branches and limbs to give proper shape and growth.
• Removes fallen trees and branches in response to storm call emergencies.
• Operates trucks or other automotive equipment used in forestry or landscape work, as required.
• Performs duties in accordance with Departmental safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED