To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
JOB SUMMARY
To provide skilled work in performing a range of arboricultural practices in the pruning, maintenance, removal, and general care of trees on City property and to perform other related duties.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (examples, not all-inclusive)
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Operate bucket truck to prune and remove hazardous limbs
Perform pruning and removal work that cannot be accomplished from an aerial lift device; lowers large material to the ground with ropes and other devices, with no damage to surroundings.
Operate chain saw while climbing, working from the bucket, on or off the ground to cut up or bring trees down.
Operate various mechanical tools and equipment such as saws, aerial lift trucks, chip trucks with dumps, brush chippers, cutters, and various hand and electrical tools required in providing arboricultural practices in the care and maintenance of trees.
Complete work orders for the removal of vegetation that causes roadway conflicts; interact with the public to maintain good customer service.
Plant, irrigate, and mulch young trees in special project areas.
Periodically, attend workshops to stay abreast of professional arboricultural standards and techniques and to maintain pesticide application license.
Apply pesticides for the control of weeds and pests as appropriate.
Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of one (1) year of experience in arboriculture maintenance or related work. Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in arboriculture or a related field. Possession of a valid Florida CDL Class B and Arborist certification are preferred. Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator license within 90 days of hire. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license by the date of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Climbing gear and techniques needed to effectively and safely perform a wide range of arboricultural practices.
Operation of landscaping, maintenance, repair and arboriculture equipment.
All aspects of arboriculture, including its theory and practice.
The kinds of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers used and how to properly apply them.
Federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and codes.
Operational hazards and necessary precautions applicable to arboricultural practices.
Preventive maintenance requirements.
Safe work practices.
Ability to:
Calculate pesticide and herbicide mixtures.
Operate a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to saws, aerial lift trucks, chip trucks with dump, brush chippers, cutters stump grinders, and various hand and electrical tools required in providing arboricultural practices in a safe and effective manner.
Operate a motor vehicle.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED
Receives administrative direction from the Public Works Director or their Designee
No supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
Tasks involve moderate to heavy physical effort, including heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment or supplies of heavy weight, climbing stairs or ladders, and remaining in positions requiring prolonged standing, walking, or sitting. Tasks require physical agility, in which some combination of the following is typically required: bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and stooping. Tasks may involve extended periods working in outdoor conditions with exposure to disagreeable environmental conditions, e.g., solar radiation, heat, dust, dirt, humidity, fumes, gases, smoke, acute vibrations, electrical hazards, and confined or elevated workspaces. These tasks include making observations, communicating, reading and writing, use of computers/tablets, operating equipment, making decisions, using judgment, estimating, calculating, and demonstrating intellectual capabilities and close collaboration with others.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primarily operates in an outdoor environment with exposure to environmental risks, occasionally transitioning to indoor settings. This position is considered essential for disaster recovery efforts.
The City of Cooper City, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.