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Arborist I
City of Springfield, MA —Springfield, MA
- $58,265.16 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Arborist I
City of Springfield, MA —Springfield, MA
May be called upon to report to storm damage calls outside regular operational hours. High School diploma and or higher degree in arboriculture or related field…
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Arborist I

City of Springfield, MA -
Springfield, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$58,265.16 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance

Qualifications

Forestry
Equipment safety procedures
Safety training program participation as safety practice
Outdoor work experience
Safety regulations
Chainsaw
Employee relationship building
Signage placement for traffic control
Grounds maintenance and landscaping safety protocols
Outdoor debris cleaning
High school diploma or GED
Tree cutting
Stump removal
Tree pruning
Leaf blowers
Rigging
Tree planting
Certified Arborist
Equipment inspection
Equipment maintenance
Risk assessment
Stump grinders
Clean workspace maintenance
Site hazard assessment (tree care)
Communication skills
Chipper
Entry level

Full Job Description

Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for performing all aspects of tree care including pruning for safety, clearance, and visibility. Position includes assisting with the removal of hazard trees including technical rigging of limbs and wood. Assists with Forestry Division operations including tree planting and tree nursery maintenance. Supervision is received from Lead Arborist. No supervision is exercised over other employees.

Essential Functions

Daily work activities to maintain the overall health and vigor of the City of Springfield street tree population.
Assist with the implementation of the work zone safety procedures such as the placement of cones and signs.
Operates and maintain chippers, chainsaws, and stump grinders safely.
Operates various hand and power tools associated with tree work including handsaws, chainsaws, and blowers.
Assist crew leaders working on the ground and loft.
Reports directly to the Lead Arborist for daily work assignment.
Daily work will include but is not limited to pruning, removal, and planting of public street trees.
Performs proper clean-up of job sites and maintains a safe work zone.
May be called upon to report to storm damage calls outside regular operational hours.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform strenuous labor and work in all weather conditions and seasons
Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in tree maintenance and care
Ability to safely and effectively fell trees, remove branches, and lower limbs
Understanding of industry safety procedures for climbing trees and working around overhead wires.
Learn and demonstrated high safety standards sound risk assessment skills, equipment inspection skills, learns proper application in approved knots and proper climbing techniques and procedures, proper pruning and small removal skills, and learns proper rigging skills.
Understanding of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement tree planting, pruning and removal operation
Ability to follow and direct others to follow safe work practices
Prepare and maintain records and reports
Demonstrate clear and concise verbal and written communication
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others contacted in the course of work
Must be exceptional working in a team environment, capable of working with a group of staff in an effective manner
Must have experience working collaboratively in a union environment and with the general public.
Ability to anticipate, respond to and manage change. Ability to think strategically.

Education and Experience

High School diploma and or higher degree in arboriculture or related field preferred
ISA Certified Tree Worker preferred
2 years of tree work experience preferred

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision
75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.

Paid Holidays
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training
On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

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