Job Detail
Tree Trimmer I/II
Location: City of Santa Barbara
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DESCRIPTION
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ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.
The mission of the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide residents and visitors with diverse open space, parks, beaches and community forest resources, creek restoration and water quality enhancements and enrich people’s lives through a broad array of recreation and community services. Read more about the Department of Parks and Recreation here.
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.
The mission of the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide residents and visitors with diverse open space, parks, beaches and community forest resources, creek restoration and water quality enhancements and enrich people’s lives through a broad array of recreation and community services. Read more about the Department of Parks and Recreation here.
BENEFITS
THE POSITION
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Tree Trimmer I/II to participate in the care and maintenance of trees including, tree trimming, removal, and pruning activities; and to respond to emergency situations involving City trees.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Tree Trimmer I
$54,113.02 - $65,773.76 Annually
This is the entry-level class in the Tree Trimmer series. This class is distinguished from the Tree Trimmer II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including operating the chipper and assisting with tree trimming activities. Since this class is typically an entry-level class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.
Tree Trimmer II
$60,690.24 - $73,770.06 Annually
This is the full journey level class within the Tree Trimmer series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Tree Trimmer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including all tree trimming assignments. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Tree Trimmer in that the latter exercises functional and technical supervision over lower-level staff at the job site.
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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
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Knowledge of:
- Basic methods and techniques of tree climbing, pruning, removal and planting.
- Basic care, operation, and maintenance of a variety of mechanical equipment and power tools used in the area of work assigned.
Ability to:
- Learn occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned.
- Learn to observe possible safety hazards and react accordingly.
- Learn to operate a variety of mechanical equipment and power tools in a safe and effective manner.
- Perform tree climbing, trimming, removal, and pruning activities.
- Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
Tree Trimmer II (in addition to the above):
- Knowledge Of: Methods and techniques of tree pruning, removal and planting; care, operation, and maintenance of a variety of mechanical equipment and power tools used in the area of work assigned; occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Tree Trimmer I: One (1) year of tree trimming experience is desirable.
Tree Trimmer II: Two (2) years of tree trimming experience is desirable.
Education and/or Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Course work and training related to tree care is desirable.
License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment, a valid Class B Driver's License.
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SELECTION PROCESS
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It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as “See application”, “Extensive Experience”, or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.
There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Parks and Recreation Department.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2024.
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