Tree Worker

Clemson University
Clemson University
$32.7K-$38.5K a year
Permanent
Full-time

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running.

Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY :

Performs various arboricultural duties including, technical strategies of tree maintenance, disease treatment and disease prevention.

Assists with maintaining and the inventory of trees within each designated zone. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES :

50% - Essential - Ground Duties :

Performs ground pruning using pole saws, battery and gas powered saws. Removes tree, stumps, fallen limbs and related debris.

Plants trees. Sprays, stakes and maintains trees.

30% - Essential - Aerial Duties :

Uses aerial lift and approved techniques to remove and prune trees in order to provide clearance of streets, sidewalks and signs.

Ensures the continued health of trees to reduce the risk of tree failure.

15% - Essential - Equipment Operation and Maintenance :

Operates and maintains all arboricultural equipment such as boom trucks, lifts, chippers, stump grinders, dump trucks, power tool and any arboricultural related equipment.

5% - Essential - Weather Related Cleanup and Clearing :

Operate equipment that is needed to clean up and clear roadways and sidewalks during weather events.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Formal training or trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

Work Experience : 1+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :

Licenses - Drivers License Class B CDL

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

60% - Stand for prolonged period

20% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

50% - Walk or move about

70% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

25% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

50% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

75% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

75% - Recognize or inspect visually

40% - Move, transport, raise or lower

60% - Extends hands or arms in any direction

75% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS :

50% - Exposure to heat or cold

50% - Exposure to dust / fumes

25% - Wet or humid

70% - Noise

40% - Vibration

60% - Mechanical hazards

20% - Chemical hazards

40% - Radiant energy hazards

40% - Burn hazards

5% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE :

Monday - Friday, 7 : 30am - 3 : 30pm. Standard Hours : 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range : ($ 32,686.00 - $ 38,500.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's .

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain / resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and / or provide recovery support before normal operations resume.

Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION : Clemson, SC

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

September 4, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN :

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY :

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE :

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT :

Clemson University is an AA / EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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