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Tree Trimmer SR.

Location: Columbia, SC
Salary: $33,669.36 - 42,086.70

TREE TRIMMER, SENIOR - FORESTRY & BEAUTIFICATION

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$33,669.36 - 42,086.70

JOB SUMMARY

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.

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;
Provides instruction and leadership of lower-level crew members as assigned; trains crew members;
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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

High school diploma or GED;
Three (3) years of relevant prior experience;
Valid South Carolina Class “B” Driver’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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.

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