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NOTE: Qualified applicants will be required to take an online exam. Applicants are required to test alone in a quiet, distraction-free area using a reliable computer with high-speed internet connection, a microphone, a webcam (internal or external), and a Windows or Apple operating system. Applicants who do not meet the system requirements will be provided an opportunity to take the online exam on site.
Trims and prunes trees, shrubs and hedges; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class differs from classes in the General Laboring series in that the Tree Trimmer is concerned with tree trimming tasks as a regular, substantially full-time assignment, which involve working at heights; whereas classes in the General Laboring series are concerned with performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks which may occasionally involve tree trimming tasks not requiring experience or training or specialized knowledge and abilities.
- Examples of Duties
The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
- Climbs ladder mounted on truck and operates power saw, Bushman saw, extension saw, cane knife and other equipment in trimming and pruning trees, shrubs and hedges along County roads and/or highways and on school and other public grounds;
- Loads truck with debris resulting from cutting tree branches, leaves, etc.;
- Observes rules and regulations applicable to the protection of public and private property and public and personal safety;
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and some work experience in trimming and pruning trees and shrubbery working at heights; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).
Knowledge of: The use and care of power saw and other trimming and pruning tools; tree trimming and pruning methods; safety precautions necessary in working at heights.
Ability to: Work above grounds at varying heights; operate vehicles and simple machinery; understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Heavy
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Maui
EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination
Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Personnel Services Email: personnel.services@mauicounty.gov
The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:
Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.
Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at http://ers.ehawaii.gov/
Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:- Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
- Vision Plan
- Dental Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.
Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).
Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County's Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.
Employee Assistance Program
The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems.
Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.
Leave Sharing
The County's leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.
Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.
- 01This position requires a combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school. Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent? (Please ensure your high school information is included in the Education section of your application)
- Yes
- No
02Do you have some work experience in trimming and pruning trees and shrubbery working at heights? Note: Please ensure your related work experience is listed on your application. "See Resume" is not acceptable.- Yes
- No
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