AddressAgency Transportation, Department of
Title Tree Pruner
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 08
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $46886 to $57047 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6:30 AM
To 3 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Saratoga
Street Address Transportation Maintenance - Regional Crews
351 West Ave
City Saratoga
State NY
Zip Code 12866
Minimum Qualifications Six months of experience climbing and pruning trees AND must meet the physical and medical standards. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview.
Duties Description Duties include climbing, topping, pruning, and felling trees; rigging ropes and tack line for self; using power saws and other tools and equipment; installing guying and bracing; repairing cavities; caring for trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers by spraying, dusting, and feeding; and applying herbicides for brush and weed control. The individual selected will be offered to obtain and maintain Certified Commercial Pesticide Technician status and Line Clearance Arborist Certification (or equivalent) at the next available opportunity. Operating need for the Regional Tree Crew is preferred that the selected candidate obtain the following certifications within one (1) year of appointment to the position:• (CUT) Tree Cutting Skills• (B99) Aerial Lift• (B24) Log Loader• (F95) Wood Chipper• (G23) Stump GrinderDuring the Winter Maintenance Season, the individual selected will be assigned to a winter maintenance shift and is required to perform snow and ice operations. The candidate must be able to respond to emergency callouts within one (1) hour during inclement weather.Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Additional Comments Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.“The starting salary for Tree Pruner is $57,047. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $46,886 with an additional geographic pay differential of $10,161 specific to this title and location.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Region 1 Administrative Group
Telephone
Fax
Email Address dot.sm.r01.administration@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Department of Transportation - Region 1
50 Wolf Road Suite 1s50
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12232
Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R01-24-038 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than April 12th, 2024, to dot.sm.r01.administration@dot.ny.gov
