Tree Service Worker
Company: City of Toledo
Location: Toledo
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Tree Service Worker
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Tree Service Worker
Salary
$49,131.68 - $51,717.12 Annually
Location
Toledo, OH
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2020-00122
Department
Public Service
Opening Date
01/07/2021
Description
Benefits
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in
the trimming and removing of trees during regular working hours and
emergency overtime call-outs (nighttime, ice storms, snowstorms,
wind storms, etc.) in and around high voltage wires, houses, and
other obstacles; plants and maintains trees on public property;
performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Services trees by utilizing the skills and knowledge of climbing
using safety saddles, ropes, safety belt, spurs, and by operating
and utilizing aerial tower equipment in and around high voltage
wires
Prunes, trims, braces, and cables trees
Traces and paints tree wounds
Determines safest and most efficient method of removing limbs and
felling trees
Ropes and lowers large limbs to ground in safe manner
Fells trees, cuts logs, loads and unloads logs and brush
Prepares trees for planting, digs holes, and plants, waters,
stakes, wraps, mulches, fertilizes, and sprays trees in public
areas
Loads and unloads small trees from trucks and trailers
Uses a variety of hand and power tools and equipment such as chain
saws, sprayers, power augers, chippers, loaders, tree spades,
hydraulic pruners, backhoes, trucks, and aerial tower equipment
Assists in setting up displays for various Forestry, Arts
Commission and Toledo Botanical Gardens programs and functions such
as Toledo Festival of the Arts, Autumn Celebrations, etc.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Tree trimming, tree treatment, and tree removal methods and
techniques
The hazards and safety precautions of the work
Rigging and roping methods
Tree varieties and properties or characteristics of each type of
tree
Tree planting methods and techniques
Aerial rescue techniques and procedures
Skill in:
The use of tools and equipment of the trade
Climbing and performing tree work safely in high and hazardous
locations, such as around high voltage wires.
Ability to:
Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Use hand and power tools and special equipment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with
subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and
clients.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Ability to read at the 10th grade reading level
Two (2) years of experience in the care and maintenance of trees
utilizing aerial tower equipment and by climbing
Successful completion of an approved, certification in a tree
trimmer training program may be substituted for one (1) year of the
experience requirement. The successful completion of an Associate's
Degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, or a related field may be
substituted for the requisite two (2) years of experience.
Must obtain a temporary permit for a Class A Commercial Driver's
License without restriction as to the operation of vehicles with
air brakes upon appointment and must obtain valid license by
completion of probationary period.
Must be able to properly lift objects weighing up to approximately
ninety (90) lbs.
Must be a certified Line Clearance Tree Trimmer within one year of
appointment.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description 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.
In this position, the employee will occasionally stand, sit and
walk. This employee will frequently lift, push, pull, carry, climb
and/or move up to 50-100 pounds. Frequent stooping, kneeling,
crawling and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and
listening are constant essential functions of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be
encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the work is predominately outside. This employee
will frequently handle simple and power grasping chainsaws, bucket
operation and speed loaders. The noise level in the work
environment is very loud. This employee will be exposed to dust and
fumes, poor ventilation, gases and other toxic/caustic chemicals
frequently.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have
questions about completing the online application, please contact
the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: Tree Service Worker (3611)
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement
benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that
offers a broad network of health services options for its
employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug
plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the
employee's selection of single, single plus one, or family
coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic
partners, depending on the employee's bargaining unit. Monthly
co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or
Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending
on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
(OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the
state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political
subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become
members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state
retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every
month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City
contributes 14.00% of the employee's annual base salary and
employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link:
https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred
compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows
eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension
benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary
deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and
state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed
at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on
this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions
retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee's retirement savings
contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck before
taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee's
behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during
retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to
a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal
Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings
contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as
a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee's retirement savings
contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck on a
post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are
limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established
by the Internal Revenue Service.
01
Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?
Yes
No
02
If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list
your Division.
03
What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
None of the above
Other
10th Grade
11th Grade
04
Do you possess an Associate's Degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry,
or a related field?
Yes
No
05
If you have an Associate's Degree in a related field, please list
your major?
06
Do you currently possess a certification in a tree trimmer training
program ( if yes, attach to application)?
Yes
No
07
If you possess an Associates degree or certification, did you
attach the documents?
Yes
No
Not Applicable
08
How many years of experience do you have in the care and
maintenance of trees utilizing aerial tower equipment and by
climbing?
Four (4) or more years of experience
Three (3) to Four (4) years of experience
Two (2) to Three (3) years of experience
One (1) to Two (2) years of experience
Less than (1) year of experience
Required Question
Agency
City of Toledo
Address
One Government Center Ste 1920
Toledo, Ohio, 43604
Phone
419-245-1500
Website
http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/
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