Tree Trimmer
Location
Parks & Landscape, 1702 Burnett Blvd., Wilmington, NC
Job Type
Full Time-Regular
Job Number
24-00523
Department
Asset and Property Management
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
5/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings
Driving History Check
Criminal History Check
Drug Screen
Post Offer Employment Testing
Approved Hiring Salary/Range
$20.13 - $21.63
Full Salary Range
$20.13 - $31.21
Working Hours
Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. Employees are required to participate in our after hours on call program. This involves being available to respond to emergency calls at any time during their scheduled on call time. On call shifts rotate among employees in 1 week increments. Employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to work outside of their regularly scheduled shifts at any time.
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
One City. One team. One mission.
Are you someone who takes pride in making a visible impact on your community?
If so, we are looking for a Tree Trimmer that will help shape the safety, beauty, and livability of our city. Every day brings opportunities to trim, plant, and remove trees, operate both light and heavy equipment, and ensure safe conditions for pedestrians and crew members alike.
You'll play a key part in responding to emergency after-hours calls, stepping up as a crew leader during critical events, and supporting the city during special projects and national disaster responses.
You'll also help keep our equipment operating at its best and collaborate with other departments to keep our parks, roadways, and public spaces looking their finest.
Typical Tasks
JOB DUTIES:
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Level of knowledge is equivalent to less than high school or equivalency.
Minimum of one year of relevant experience, to include the operation of the tools required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid drivers license is required in order to apply.
Candidates must currently have, or have the ability to obtain a class A CDL within one year.
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.
Employees are required to participate in our after hours on call program. This involves being available to respond to emergency calls at any time during their scheduled on call time. On call shifts rotate among employees in 1 week increments.
Employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to work outside of their regularly scheduled shifts at any time.
This includes before, during and after weather related events.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Pushing, pulling and lifting tree branches, limbs and debris 50-75 lbs. infrequently (once or twice a week)
Lifting, holding and carrying limbs, debris and equipment 35-50 lbs. frequently (daily)
Lifting, holding and carrying limbs, debris and equipment 25-35 lbs. constantly (multiple times a day)
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work outdoors and in a vehicle.
Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement:
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):
Miscellaneous:
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, the use of NA or see application or resume, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you acknowledge that you must answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
Please select the driver license option that best applies to you:
03
I understand that this position requires a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), and if I do not already have one, I am required to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of my hire date.
04
I have the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.
05
Which best describes your highest level of education?
06
How many years of experience do you have maintaining, trimming, pruning, transplanting, and removing trees?
07
How many years of experience do you have operating tools and machinery that are required of this position? Example : Saws, ropes, bucket truck
08
Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #6 and #7. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
09
Do you have prior work experience climbing, maneuvering, and working effectively in trees using rope and tree saddle? Note: experience MUST be detailed on the application to receive credit.
10
This position requires working at heights over 70 in a bucket. Please acknowledge that you understand this is a requirement of the position.
11
Do you understand that this position is considered essential and you may be required to work before, during and/or after periods of inclement weather?
12
Do you understand that per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements, prospective drivers that have failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol pre-employment test within the past two years from an employer who did not hire them may not be eligible for employment?
13
The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
Required Question
Employer City of Wilmington
Address PO Box 1810
929 N. Front Street, 11th Floor
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
Phone 910-341-7840
Website http://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/jobs