TREE SURGEON
ANNUAL SALARY
$42,177 - $52,429
The salary range for positions in the Department of Water and Power is $57,294 to $71,200.
A Tree Surgeon climbs, prunes, trims, treats, sprays, plants, fertilizes, transplants and removes trees along City streets and highways, in City parks, over private property and on public grounds to eliminate hazardous conditions, prevent interference with traffic, traffic signals and overhead lines and equipment, and to preserve and maintain the trees.
REQUIREMENTS
1. One year of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Tree Surgeon Assistant or in a class at least at that level performing tree trimming or treatment work; or
2. One year of full-time paid experience as a tree surgeon, which includes climbing trees using spurs, climbers, ropes and safety belts and using power saws, aerial lifts, power winches, booms or similar equipment;
3. Achievement of a qualifying score on the optional written test for high voltage line clearance work if you wish to be considered for such positions with the Department of Water and Power.
NOTES:
1. A valid California Class B driver's license with medical certificate is required for all positions. Some positions may require the license prior to appointment, while other positions require that the license be obtained prior to completion of the six-month probation period. Applicants for such positions will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if within the past 36 months they were convicted of a major moving violation, such as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and may be disqualified if there are three or more moving violations or at-fault accidents within the past 36 months.
2. Possession of a current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Worker Certificate is highly desirable but not required.
3. Candidates must list all convictions, fines, probation(s), and sentences on the application. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Because a Tree Surgeon has access to private property, candidates who have convictions for theft, burglary, or similar crimes may be disqualified.
WHERE TO APPLY
Applications WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CITY APPLICATION FORM. You may apply on-line at https://personline.lacity.org/job_app/, or you may download a paper application at http://www.lacity.org/per/appform.htm and send it in by mail. Applications may also be obtained at the following locations and times:
Personnel Department Building
700 East Temple St., Room 100,
Los Angeles 90012
Monday through Friday
7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
(213) 473-9311
TDD (213) 473-9312
Van Nuys City Hall
14410 Sylvan St. Room 105,
Van Nuys
Tuesdays only
8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Constituent Services Center
8475 South Vermont Avenue,
Los Angeles
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only
8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Cypress Park Community Center
929 Cypress Avenue,
Los Angeles
Wednesdays only
12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
For administrative purposes, filing may close periodically and reopen the following day. This examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For full job description, please visit out website at: http://www.lacity.org/per
ANNUAL SALARY
$42,177 - $52,429
The salary range for positions in the Department of Water and Power is $57,294 to $71,200.
A Tree Surgeon climbs, prunes, trims, treats, sprays, plants, fertilizes, transplants and removes trees along City streets and highways, in City parks, over private property and on public grounds to eliminate hazardous conditions, prevent interference with traffic, traffic signals and overhead lines and equipment, and to preserve and maintain the trees.
REQUIREMENTS
1. One year of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Tree Surgeon Assistant or in a class at least at that level performing tree trimming or treatment work; or
2. One year of full-time paid experience as a tree surgeon, which includes climbing trees using spurs, climbers, ropes and safety belts and using power saws, aerial lifts, power winches, booms or similar equipment;
3. Achievement of a qualifying score on the optional written test for high voltage line clearance work if you wish to be considered for such positions with the Department of Water and Power.
NOTES:
1. A valid California Class B driver's license with medical certificate is required for all positions. Some positions may require the license prior to appointment, while other positions require that the license be obtained prior to completion of the six-month probation period. Applicants for such positions will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if within the past 36 months they were convicted of a major moving violation, such as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and may be disqualified if there are three or more moving violations or at-fault accidents within the past 36 months.
2. Possession of a current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Worker Certificate is highly desirable but not required.
3. Candidates must list all convictions, fines, probation(s), and sentences on the application. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Because a Tree Surgeon has access to private property, candidates who have convictions for theft, burglary, or similar crimes may be disqualified.
WHERE TO APPLY
Applications WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CITY APPLICATION FORM. You may apply on-line at https://personline.lacity.org/job_app/, or you may download a paper application at http://www.lacity.org/per/appform.htm and send it in by mail. Applications may also be obtained at the following locations and times:
Personnel Department Building
700 East Temple St., Room 100,
Los Angeles 90012
Monday through Friday
7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
(213) 473-9311
TDD (213) 473-9312
Van Nuys City Hall
14410 Sylvan St. Room 105,
Van Nuys
Tuesdays only
8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Constituent Services Center
8475 South Vermont Avenue,
Los Angeles
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only
8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Cypress Park Community Center
929 Cypress Avenue,
Los Angeles
Wednesdays only
12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
For administrative purposes, filing may close periodically and reopen the following day. This examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For full job description, please visit out website at: http://www.lacity.org/per
