The purpose of this classification is to perform manual work functions associated with removal of trees, trimming of foliage, and maintenance of trees and shrubs on power line, telecommunication, gas line and water line right of ways. This classification is reserved for use by Albany Water, Gas & Light positions responsible for leading a crew of workers assigned to the maintenance of trees and foliage along overhead power distribution lines; it is distinguished from similar classification in City operations by the level of complexity, training, and environmental hazards.
Performs manual work functions associated with tree maintenance which may include climbing trees, trimming trees, felling and removing trees, pulling tree limbs from telecommunications, gas, water or energized power lines; loading limbs into chipper, grinding stumps, cutting wood, lifting/moving heavy materials, digging holes, shoveling materials, removing storm debris, picking up debris/litter, flagging traffic, applying herbicides to cut stumps and limbs, etc.
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools used in tree maintenance work which may include a utility truck, dump truck, bulldozer, bucket truck, aerial lift, stump grinder, chipper, chainsaw, hydraulic pole saw, manual pole saw, climbing equipment, shovel, rake, axe, mechanic tools, etc.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, such as inspecting equipment, sharpening/replacing blades, replacing chains, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning work areas, etc.; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Prepares work sites; sets up road work signs; cones off work areas; directs/flags traffic.
Checks/maintains equipment, tools and supplies for use at work sites; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
Provides direction, guidance and assistance to other employees as assigned; monitors work safety factors to ensure safety of work crews.
Receives, reviews, prepares and/or completes various forms, reports, work orders, maps, correspondence, manuals, or other documentation; completes written and hands-on tests; processes and forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to routine requests for information and/or service from employees, officials, the public or other individuals.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Employees in this position may also apply herbicides to control Woody species along utility and street right of ways. Must be able to read and understand material data sheets, read and document weather status when applying herbicides. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed; performs other related duties as required.
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by two (2) years previous experience and/or training involving tree removal, tree trimming, or other tree maintenance work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s) or obtain it within six (6) months of hire. Georgia Pesticide applicators license preferred, but not required for entry level.
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information. Includes performing subsequent action in relation to these computational operations.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to act as a first-line supervisor, including instructing, reviewing work, maintaining standards, and coordinating activities.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and/or rapid adjustments.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert very heavy physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects and materials (up to 100 pounds) and occasionally heavier items (100 pounds or over).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, electric currents, or traffic hazards.
Albany Water, Gas & Light Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Albany, Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
