This position involves supervising and performing skilled tree care tasks, including planting, pruning, removal, and emergency tree work along city streets and green spaces.
Responsibilities include operating equipment like aerial lifts and trucks, climbing to hazardous heights, and ensuring safety protocols for workers and the public.
Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-3 years of tree maintenance experience, and familiarity with tree treatment methods, safety precautions, and the use of specialized tools.
Physical requirements include climbing, lifting up to 80 lbs, and working at heights of 50-100 feet. A Connecticut CDL with air brake endorsement is necessary.
Employment is contingent upon background checks, physical exams, drug screening, and a probationary period. The role is part of a union bargaining unit, with salary and benefits outlined, and requires current work authorization in the U.S.