Tree Artisan Helper
Salary
$33,273.00 - $33,490.00 Annually
Location
Detroit, Michigan, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
20254521013GSDSSL
Department
General Services
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/30/2026 11:59 AM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
1490-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Recreation Ge
Max Number of Applicants
40
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Description
Under immediate supervision, performs routine and progressively more difficult tasks involved in the general care of trees and shrubs.
Examples of Duties
- Performs the less skilled and more routine tasks involved in pruning, trimming and/or evaluating trees and shrubs.
- Removes broken branches or limbs.
- Trims branches to give proper shape and growth.
- Assists in cutting down trees.
- Saws tree branches into smaller pieces of wood.
- Lifts and carries tree branches to appropriate vehicles for proper disposal.
- Performs routine tree and park grooming work.
- Operates trucks or other automotive equipment used in forestry or landscape work, as required.
- Performs duties in accordance with Departmental safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications (required):
High School Diploma or G.E.D (General Education Development)
- Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
Qualifications (preferred):
One (1) year of experience in caring for and cultivating trees and shrubs.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: P/F
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points
LRD: 05/04/2023
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
- Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
- Dental
- Vision
INSURANCE
- Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
- Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
- In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
- Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
01
How many years of experience do you have in the areas of Forestry and Landscape work?
- No Experience
- 0 Months - up to 12 Months
- 1 Year - up to 2 Years
- 2 Years - up to 3 Years
- 3 Years - up to 4 Years
- 4 Years - up to 5 Years
- More than 5 Years
02
How many years of experience do you have in caring for and cultivating trees and shrubs including pruning and planting.
- No Experience
- 0 Months - up to 12 Months
- 1 Year - up to 2 Years
- 2 Years - up to 3 Years
- 3 Years - up to 4 Years
- 4 Years - up to 5 Years
- More than 5 Years
03
Please indicate your highest level of education completed
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD/J.D.
- n/a
Required Question
Employer City of Detroit
Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave ste 316
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job