- Location
- Rochester, NY
Central Park Conservancy
(Private, non-profit companty, not NYC Parks Dept}
Company website: www.centralparknyc.org
Job link: http://www.centralparknyc.org/about/job-opportunities/
Central Park, NYC
Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector
Reports to: Chief of Operations
Department: Operations
Position Number: 3597
Status: Regular Full Time
Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (working Saturdays)
Job Summary:
The Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector, inspects trees, responds/coordinates tree service requests, coordinates with CPC managers, and responds to emergency situations. The Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector also works with city wide agencies such as NYC DOT, MTA, NYC Parks & Recreation and NYPD.
Essential Job Functions:
Inspect, plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review all tree care work
Work with the external vendors responsible for ongoing park maintenance
Monitor the work of crews and provide technical advice and assistance as needed
Communicate effectively with the general public and employees, in oral and written form.
Perform inspections using advanced diagnostic tools.
Track and enter completed work into tree care database system
Respond to park patron concerns, problems or complaints in a timely manner, maintaining a customer service philosophy that is responsive and maintains a positive public image.
Respond to emergency situations in the park as they occur, including weekends and holidays
Maintain a visible profile in the park and with employees through field visits and inspection of park facilities
Maintain a safe and controlled work zone; ensure sites are secured as per CPC policies and procedures.
Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as needed
Prune and remove trees according to ANSI A300 standards, ISA Best Management Practices and CPC policies and procedure.
Minimum Requirements:
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Arboriculture or a related field
ISA Certification required minimum 2 years’ experience in tree care maintenance and supervisory experience.
Valid US Driver’s License.
Within one year of appointment, employee must possess a class B Commercial Driver License. The Class B Driver License must be maintained for the duration of employment
Possess a fundamental understanding and knowledge of tree physiology using modern arboricultural practices. Knowledge of IPM tree care management principles, including Dutch Elm Disease
Knowledge of principles of supervision and employee motivation
Knowledge of safe work practices, OSHA requirements, and guidelines pertaining to park maintenance
Verbal and written communication skills to develop reports
Knowledge of operation of outdoor mechanical equipment
Performs additional responsibilities as needed
Basic computing skills, spreadsheets and word processing
Abilities Required:
Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed
Think critically and solve problems with efficiency and professionalism
“Multitask” to handle competing priorities and demands
Establish and facilitate effective working relationships with employees and contractors
Lead and mobilize others into action providing support, training, mentoring and evaluation
Sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor
Willing and able to work outdoors all year round
(Private, non-profit companty, not NYC Parks Dept}
Company website: www.centralparknyc.org
Job link: http://www.centralparknyc.org/about/job-opportunities/
Central Park, NYC
Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector
Reports to: Chief of Operations
Department: Operations
Position Number: 3597
Status: Regular Full Time
Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (working Saturdays)
Job Summary:
The Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector, inspects trees, responds/coordinates tree service requests, coordinates with CPC managers, and responds to emergency situations. The Tree Care Coordinator & Inspector also works with city wide agencies such as NYC DOT, MTA, NYC Parks & Recreation and NYPD.
Essential Job Functions:
Inspect, plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review all tree care work
Work with the external vendors responsible for ongoing park maintenance
Monitor the work of crews and provide technical advice and assistance as needed
Communicate effectively with the general public and employees, in oral and written form.
Perform inspections using advanced diagnostic tools.
Track and enter completed work into tree care database system
Respond to park patron concerns, problems or complaints in a timely manner, maintaining a customer service philosophy that is responsive and maintains a positive public image.
Respond to emergency situations in the park as they occur, including weekends and holidays
Maintain a visible profile in the park and with employees through field visits and inspection of park facilities
Maintain a safe and controlled work zone; ensure sites are secured as per CPC policies and procedures.
Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as needed
Prune and remove trees according to ANSI A300 standards, ISA Best Management Practices and CPC policies and procedure.
Minimum Requirements:
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Arboriculture or a related field
ISA Certification required minimum 2 years’ experience in tree care maintenance and supervisory experience.
Valid US Driver’s License.
Within one year of appointment, employee must possess a class B Commercial Driver License. The Class B Driver License must be maintained for the duration of employment
Possess a fundamental understanding and knowledge of tree physiology using modern arboricultural practices. Knowledge of IPM tree care management principles, including Dutch Elm Disease
Knowledge of principles of supervision and employee motivation
Knowledge of safe work practices, OSHA requirements, and guidelines pertaining to park maintenance
Verbal and written communication skills to develop reports
Knowledge of operation of outdoor mechanical equipment
Performs additional responsibilities as needed
Basic computing skills, spreadsheets and word processing
Abilities Required:
Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed
Think critically and solve problems with efficiency and professionalism
“Multitask” to handle competing priorities and demands
Establish and facilitate effective working relationships with employees and contractors
Lead and mobilize others into action providing support, training, mentoring and evaluation
Sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor
Willing and able to work outdoors all year round
