Tree Trimmer
Salary
$44,262.40 - $68,744.00 Annually
Location
Parks Maintenance, 320 S.W. 4th St., Delray Beach, FL 33444, FL
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
02877
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
72-738 P&R Parks Maintenance
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/29/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
Job Description
Veterans Preference Applies
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
Skilled work in tree trimming maintenance of City trees. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor.
Essential Job Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Minimum Qualifications
(A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
It is the policy of the City of Delray Beach that persons having a CDL and participating in activities regulated by DOT are subject to drug testing and alcohol testing. The Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 requires alcohol and drug testing of safety-sensitive employees in aviation, motor carriers, railroad, and mass transit industries. Provisions of this policy are based upon said Act and the relevant federal regulations applicable to the Act. As a condition of employment, The City of Delray Beach reserves the right to require all employees having a CDL and performing safety-sensitive activities regulated by DOT, to submit at any time to drug and/or alcohol testing to determine the presence of prohibited substances.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organizations mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturers specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.
Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.
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01
The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
02
Do you possess a valid Florida Drivers License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
03
Do you possess a valid Florida Class B, CDL with Airbrake and Tanker endorsements? If you answer yes, you must attach a copy to your application to be considered. If not please acknowledge you must obtain it within six (6) months of the hiring date
04
Do you possess a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma, G.E.D.? You must attach a copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate in order to be considered for the position, otherwise it will be rejected. NOEXCEPTIONS.
05
How many years of experience do you have in tree care?
06
Describe your experience in tree care, including tree trimming, pruning, tree removal, operation of chippers and bucket trucks, and any equipment maintenance responsibilities. Please include the number of years of experience and the employer(s) where this experience was obtained.
07
Do you have experience operating a bucket truck while performing tree maintenance activities?
08
Describe your experience working in elevated areas while performing tree trimming or tree removal activities. Include the equipment used and the typical heights at which you worked.
09
What tree care equipment have you operated? Please select all that apply, (select N/a if you have no experience with the following equipment).
10
Are you claiming Veterans preference in employment? If so, the claim form and other required documents must be attached to this application before you submit it; otherwise, your claim will not be considered. Please note that onlyDD-214 with HONORABLE discharge qualify to claim veterans preference.
Required Question
Employer City of Delray Beach
Address 100 NW 1st Avenue
Delray Beach, Florida, 33444
Phone 561-243-7125