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Arborist

Location: Seattle - Regional area
Salary: $33.08 - $41.93 Hourly

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/newprint/4754554 Job Duties What You Will Be Doing : Oversee care of trees and their appearance by pruning and/or repairing branches, training young trees, andremoving damaged limbs. Evaluate trees for disease and pest problems and develop Tree Management Plans for allassigned sites and programs. Identify, evaluate, and remove hazardous trees or contract professional tree service for removals; create preventativemaintenance work orders. Ongoing monitoring of tree health as appropriate. Identify monetary value of trees. Assist with tree selection and planting of native and ornamental tree species. Provide customer service to the public regarding tree concerns on assigned custodial properties. Operate, maintain, and inspect vehicles, equipment, and tools associated with tree care. Provide training to staff regarding BMP's (Best Management Practices) when completing arborist related duties. Advise and train staff in tree identification and diagnosis of common tree concerns. Perform inventory and order supplies, materials, and equipment. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring : Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated, progressive experience as an Arborist, other tree care experience, orany equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills andabilities for this job. Demonstrated knowledge of entomology and plant pathology. Ability to safely operate trucks and trailers and other assigned maintenance equipment. Skill in performing minor equipment and/or machinery repairs in the field. Skill in identifying safety hazards. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers and supervisors. Ability to effectively interact with customers and to handle difficult situations on a daily basis. Demonstrated experience with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Competencies You Bring : Ensures Accountability : Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. Customer Focus : Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Courage : Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Action Oriented : Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, andenthusiasm. Manages Conflict : Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Required Licenses : Possession of a valid Washington State Driver's license. Washington State Public Pesticide Operator's license. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist Certification. ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (ISA TRAQ). It Would Be Great if You Also Bring : Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and to prioritize work tasks. 12/9/24, 3:28 PM Job Bulletin https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/newprint/4754554 2/5 Skill in leading, directing and training others. Skill in utilizing GIS/GPS equipment and software to collect data and create maps. Knowledge of Parks maintenance operations and procedures including trail maintenance and construction,landscaping, and grounds keeping and facilities. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location : This position will report to the Neuwaukum District Maintenance Shop, 15632 SE 288th Ln, Kent,WA 98042 . This position will eventually report to the Central Maintenance Facility in Renton, WA once constructionis completed. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week, typically four 10-hour days. This position iscovered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation : This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 925. Physical Requirements : The ability to use power tools and operate equipment on a continuous basis. The ability to perform heavy physical labor with weights up to 75 pounds. The ability able to work on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain in inclement weather and otheradverse conditions. The ability to work at ground level, boom/bucket trucks, and all levels in between. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience andencourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications,knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or morepanel interviews. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Resume Cover Letter Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jessica Fuqua at jfuqua@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Parks Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and Flickr . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check usout at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winningnational recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated toserving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County awelcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace andworkforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how wewill obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles -we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect allpeople; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities toapply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities,and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer 12/9/24, 3:28 PM Job Bulletin https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/newprint/4754554

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