Arborists needed in Seattle

Please visit http://www.seattle.gov/jobs
to apply for the following exciting position. Seattle Department of Transportation is ramping up this year and adding a new three person field crew to help maintain our city's 35,000+ street trees. This position will only be advertised for two weeks. Two more positions will be advertised starting March 11. Training opportunities, benefits and job security can't be beat. May be required to work overtime, compensated at double-time. Online applications only.

Job Lead Tree Trimmer (TRN-702369)
Status Regular / Full Time
Shift Day Shift
Filing Dates Sun, Mar 4, 2007 - Sun, Mar 18, 2007
Openings 1 Opening
Salary $22.44 to $24.21 an hour (DOE)
Department Transportation
Location West Seattle Yard
Position Duties
Act as lead worker and assist in planning the work for crews. Perform tree maintenance activities such as pruning or removing arterial, residential, and greenbelt trees with the use of hydraulic aerial equipment, or by climbing, using ropes, saddles or ladders. Adhere to safety procedures including the use of hard hats and safety glasses and the inspection of cutting and climbing equipment. Perform general maintenance around street trees. Record condition of trees and make recommendations for future actions. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.
 

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