TREE TRIMMER LEAD

Job Title

This position provides leadership and participates in the work of crews engaged in trimming and removing trees in City rights-of-way and on other City properties; and performs other work as required. The incumbent works according to some procedures but decides how or when to do things; work is reviewed regularly by supervisor.

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions : balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright / dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and / or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights; and spends time working in a physically threatening environment that requires life and death decisions.

Essential Job Functions

• Prunes or removes trees in City rights-of-way and on other properties as directed;
• Drives and operates trucks and bucket truck; operates specialized tree felling equipment, small and large chain saws, wood chippers stump grinders and other tools and equipment as necessary to complete assigned duties;
• Climbs trees with ropes and saddles when necessary;
• Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles;
• Cleans and removes debris from work sites;
• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor;
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment;
• Supervises the proper maintenance of department tools and equipment;
• Assists in supervision of subordinate team members. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; acting on employee problems; and recommending employee discipline;
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed;
• Assists in supervision of installation, construction, maintenance and / or repair work in assigned City department / division;
• Inspects infrastructure, facilities and / or grounds for maintenance needs; initiates and assists in scheduling maintenance and repair work as necessary;
• Determines the type and quantity of equipment, materials and supplies needed for assigned projects; orders supplies and materials;
• Coordinates the use of available equipment for maximum utility and convenience;
• Assists in ensuring crew compliance with all policies and procedures and standards of quality and safety;
• Assists in supervisory of forestry section;
• Assists in pre-employment interviews;
• Attends training as required to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities