Tree Trimmer II

The City of Saginaw•City Hall, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Saginaw and help keep our community safe, beautiful, and thriving! The City of Saginaw is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Tree Trimmer to join our Street Division. This position is responsible for trimming, planting, removing, and maintaining trees throughout the City while supporting a variety of street maintenance and public works operations year-round.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent, required.
Four (4) years experience in tree trimming, maintenance, removal, and use of aerial equipment in the removal of trees.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Class A Commercial driver’s license (CDL) with N endorsement.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and members of the general public.
Safely operate chainsaws, aerial lifts, chippers, and related equipment.
Adhere to safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the trimming and removal of trees.
Tree pruning, treatment, and removal methods and techniques.
Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Rigging methods and the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the trade.
Perform skilled tree maintenance work.
Work safely and efficiently in trees of all sizes.
Use hand and power tools skillfully and safely.
Check and recognize defects in tree trimming equipment.
Assist in training of less experienced personnel.
Understand and carry out both written and oral directions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating snow removal equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Trim, prune, plant, and remove trees and shrubs throughout the City.
Respond to storm damage by removing fallen trees, broken limbs, and debris.
Safely operate chainsaws, aerial lift trucks, woodchippers, stump grinders, and other specialized tree maintenance equipment.
Inspect trees for disease, structural defects, damage, and hazardous conditions, reporting findings to supervision.
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, maintenance, and servicing of equipment before and after use.
Maintain accurate work records and documentation.
Provide courteous customer service by answering routine questions from residents while referring complex concerns to the foreman.
Assist with Street Division operations, including street repairs, street sweeping, and brush, yard waste, and recycling collection.
Perform snow and ice removal operations during the winter season.
May serve as a lead worker by providing work assignments, guidance, and training to crew members.
Perform other related duties as assigned.