Tree Trimming Superintendent

City of Independence•Independence, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position, within the Independence Power & Light Transmission and Distribution Unit, is responsible for supervising the work of tree trimming crews engaged in power line clearance and tree removal; supervising workers engaged in right-of-way maintenance activities. Supervisory duties include management, hiring, training, scheduling and directing work. Incumbent will plan, allocate and monitor time, people, equipment and other resources for the department to ensure efficient accomplishment of work. Will receive citizen complaints and requests for tree trimming or removal of trees near power lines. Duties include investigating and resolving complaints. Will coordinate tree clearance and removal with line superintendent and district engineers in new construction projects. Responsible to coordinate the repair, maintenance and replacement of tools and equipment as needed. Will maintain current inventory of equipment. Responsible for crew training and effective safety practices. Will maintain records and prepare reports on department activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university in forestry, biology, or a related field and four years of progressively responsible related experience; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Knowledge of arboriculture; tree species and characteristics of trees.
Skilled in proper seasonal tree care, including knowledge of, watering, mulching, corrective pruning, fertilizing, insect and disease control.
Familiar with City codes and principles and practices of management and administration.
Knowledge and skill in basic landscape design.
Experienced in computer usage and applications related to area of assignment.
Skilled in contract preparation and administration.
Knowledge of basic electric functions, department safety regulations, guidelines and programs, and computer applications related to the work.
Skilled in the exercise of discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing and ability to make public presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizens, and vendors.
Ability to effectively manage time and equipment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and deliver professional customer service.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and skilled in reading and interpreting documents, such as, safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions.
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence, perform basic math, and ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Arborist Certification
Missouri Chemical Applicator License
Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to complete the required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Supervising the work of tree trimming crews engaged in power line clearance and tree removal
Supervising workers engaged in right-of-way maintenance activities
Management, hiring, training, scheduling and directing work
Planning, allocating and monitoring time, people, equipment and other resources for the department
Receiving and investigating citizen complaints and requests for tree trimming or removal of trees near power lines
Coordinating tree clearance and removal with line superintendent and district engineers in new construction projects
Coordinating the repair, maintenance and replacement of tools and equipment
Maintaining current inventory of equipment
Responsible for crew training and effective safety practices
Maintaining records and preparing reports on department activities