Assistant Tree Trimmer
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Position Objectives:
This is manual and semi-skilled work assisting a tree trimmer clear rights-of-way for high-voltage power lines by operating a bucket truck, stump grinder, and other equipment.
Work involves performance of tasks such as removing dead trees, limbs, and branches which are interfering with power lines. Care is exercised to prevent damage to power lines and private property. Work is performed under the supervision of a tree trimmer.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cuts and removes trees, branches, and other types of vegetation along right-of-way of power line routes and city parkways.
- Clears and removes rubbish, such as tree limbs and stumps, from power line routes and parkways.
- Operates and maintains automotive and other equipment used in tree trimming tasks.
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: High school diploma
Experience: Some experience in tree trimming work.
A different combination of education and experience may be acceptable if deemed equivalent.
License or Certification Required: Valid commercial driver's license required.
Desirable Training and Experience:
Knowledge of:
- The methods, procedures, tools, and equipment used in tree trimming.
- The hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in tree trimming along power lines.
Skill and Ability to:
- Prune and shape trees without damaging and ruining their symmetry and appearance.
- Work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
- Meet such physical requirements as may be established by competent authority.
- Identify and distinguish high-voltage lines from other power lines.
- Use tools and equipment used in tree trimming.
- Fill in for the tree trimmer and run the crew in their absence when necessary.
Benefits:
The City of Painesville offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance (full-time employees only)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Direct Deposit Program
- Employee Assistance Program (full-time employees only)
- Worker's Compensation Insurance
- $25,000 Term Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
- Family Medical Leave, Bereavement/Funeral Leave, Jury Duty Compensation, Military Leave
- Holidays, Sick Time, Vacation Time
- Prior credit for service with State of Ohio Public Employers
- Section 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plans
- Pension Plans
- Ohio Public Employees Retirement (OPERS)
- Ohio Police & Fire (OP&F)
More Information:
Attach your application and resume/cover letter (if applicable) and send via one of the following:
- Email - [email protected] with the job title as the Subject Line
- Fax - 440-639-4831Mail - City of Painesville, HR Department, P.O. Box 601, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077
- In Person - Drop off at City Hall Security Desk, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio (Open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)