Tree Trimmer II

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

14d • $61,000

About The Position

Serves as a worker on a tree trimming crew. This position is the advanced journey level of the tree trimming series, which provides expertise in pruning trees, and removing limbs or trees from Parks Recreation and Cultural Affairs regulated areas.

Requirements

• Must obtain a Class B Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months of hire.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in removing trees by climbing with and without tree spikes.
• Must be able to operate various types of tree operations equipment (Bucket Truck, Chipper Truck, Dump Truck and Chain Saws)
• Valid Georgia driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Prune trees and remove limbs safely and efficiently.
• Evaluate work sites to determine appropriate tools, methods, and safety needs.
• Maintain, operate, and inspect equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Complete and process required paperwork associated with daily tasks and projects.
• Provide general direction on work assignments to crew members.
• Monitor and guide the work of other crew members to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Supervise a crew in the absence of the Forestry Crew Supervisor.
• Work independently and exercise significant judgment and decision-making on routine assignments.
• Use limited discretion when responding to emergency or urgent situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees