Tree and Landscape Worker

Primary Duties:

• Performs tree work such as planting, pruning, mulching, and watering. 
• Assists with maintaining landscaped beds which includes weeding, picking-up trash, fixing irrigation, pruning and string trimming.
• Operates power equipment and a variety of hand tools and sprayers. 
• Operates large equipment such as brush chippers, dump trucks, water trucks and other forestry equipment as needed.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and on shop/office buildings.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships.
• Performs all assigned tasks in a safe and timely manner.

Knowledge and required skills:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Skills to operate power equipment used in tree and landscape maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.

Qualifications:

• Formal or informal education, training, or experience which ensures the ability for successful job performance.  Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license as required.