Tree Trimmer Ii

3% COLA effective 7/1/2024

3% COLA effective 7/1/2025

3% COLA effective 7/1/2026

2.5% Education Incentive - Bachelor's Degree

5% Education Incentive - Master's Degree

The Tree Trimmer II is responsible to perform skilled work in the pruning, maintenance, and planting of City trees.

Tree Trimmer II - This is the journey level class in the Tree Trimmer series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties and complexity of work. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

This class is distinguished from the Tree Trimmer Crewleader in that the latter is the advanced journey level class in the series where incumbents perform the most complex and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within the series, including providing technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words "SEE RESUME."

The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be placed on the eligible list and invited to the next step in the process.

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Essential Functions:
Using an aerial lift to trim and prune trees to provide clearance of streets, sidewalks, buildings, signs, and lights as well as to ensure the continued health of the tree.
Perform ground trimming using pole saws and hydraulic loppers.
Remove standing and fallen trees, stumps, limbs, and related debris.
Plant, stake, and maintain trees on City owned property and in the public right?of?way.
Operate tree trimming and maintenance equipment such as aerial boom trucks, chippers, stump grinders, dump trucks, and power tools such as chain saws and hydraulic loppers.
Spray and inject pesticides; bolt and cable tree limbs.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Identify equipment needs for each assigned project.
Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Safe work practices.
Uses and purposes of tools and equipment related to tree trimming and maintenance.
Methods and techniques used in tree trimming and related maintenance work.
Uses and purposes of knots and ropes related to tree trimming and maintenance.
Ability to:

Use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and other equipment required in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate various vehicles and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner in routine situations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Perform skilled tree trimming and maintenance work.
On a continuous basis, know and understand assigned maintenance activities and observe safety rules.
Interpret work orders and explain jobs to other employees.
Work independently in the absence of an on-site supervisor.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to a Tree Trimmer I in the City of Modesto.
Training:
High School diploma or GED equivalency.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class B Commercial California driver's license with specific endorsements is required within sixty (60) days of appointment.
Possession of a Line Clearance Tree Trimmer certificate is desirable.
Possession of a Tree Worker or Arborist certificate issued by the International Society of Arboriculture is desirable.
Failure to obtain any of the required licenses/certificates within the prescribed time may result in release from probation or termination.

Mobility: frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent standing for long period of time; frequent bending and squatting. Lifting: frequent lifting up to 75 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; may be required to wear eye protection. Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person. May be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions. Emotional/ Psychological: frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis subject to street or field noise and year round weather conditions. Work requires exposure to loud equipment and machinery and working at heights. Work occurs at varying locations. Positions may require occasional overtime and weekend work and travel is rare.