Tree Crew Operator

Tree Care And Maintenance Of Campus Trees

• Operate chainsaws and equipment associated with tree work performed on campus.
• Work with and assist Grounds Department tree surgeons on tree work needing to be completed.
• Assist with any aspect of tree work deemed necessary to complete needed tree work on campus.
• Respond to after hour tree emergencies and storm-related issues.
• Applications of fertilizers and pesticides associated to tree maintenance.
• Drive dump trucks to pick up debris and dump the debris in another location.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with scouting campus for issues of tree health, clearance, and safety.
• Affix with work orders requesting tree work around campus.
• Emergency response for trees or inclement weather.

Physical Demands

• Work a manual laboring job for an 8-hour shift/5 days a week.
• Work in adverse weather conditions (cold, heat, rain).
• Lift 75 lbs frequently throughout the day.
• Stand, stoop, bend, lift, squat, and work with hands above head.
• Work from a standard and extended ladder.
• Control lowering ropes for tree climbers and bucket truck workers.
• Work from heights.

Position Summary

This is a manual labor position on a tree crew that will involve safe operation of equipment used in tree care/maintenance to include but not limited to, mini skid steer, skid steers, manual transmission tractors, dump trucks, bucket trucks and chainsaws. This position will operate both CDL and non-CDL equipment. This position will assist with the maintenance, care, pruning, removal and cleanup of trees on campus. May work in any aspect of grounds maintenance or horticulture as deemed necessary to meet departmental goals. This employee will report directly to the Urban Forester.

Essential Worker

Yes