Arborist (PDF) at Town of Lexington

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYTown of Lexington We are currently accepting applications for two (2) full-time (40 hrs/wk) position: ArboristDepartment of Public Works Complete Hourly Range: $26.52 per hourwith excellent health, dental and leave benefits The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town's HumanResource Department - Job is open until filled Scope of WorkThis position performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the care and maintenance of Town-owned trees and shrubbery.SupervisionReceived Grounds Superintendent or Crew ChiefExercised May assign work to laborers Essential Job Functions* Plants, transplants and removes trees and shrubbery; prepares grounds for planting;performs stump grinding; cuts, trims, repairs and shapes trees.* Fertilizes, treats sprays and waters trees; conducts follow-up maintenance on groundsand areas around trees; applies pesticides and participates in activities to control weeds,poison ivy and other vegetation, insects and parasites.* Climbs trees using appropriate equipment and apparatus; operates bucket truck andother equipment to trim and remove trees; follows appropriate safety guidelines toconduct aerial work and work around power lines.* Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment; repairs equipment or notifies RoadMachinery division of repairs needed.* Operates, repairs and sharpens clippers, saws and axes. * Operates various types of riding mowers and tractors; assists with maintenance ofgrounds and right of ways; assists with maintenance of parklands, walking and bikingpaths and athletic fields; assists with maintenance of Town pool facilities.* Participates in snow removal operations.* Installs and removes holiday lights and decorations; assists in Christmas tree recyclingprogram; hauls trees to dump site and operates tree chipper.* Assists with parade set-up and take-down.* Repairs street and traffic lights.* Provides effective and efficient customer service and promotes and maintainsresponsive community relations.* Follows safe work practices.Other Job Functions* Performs related duties as assigned.Requirements of WorkGraduation from high school (or GED equivalent) plus additional technical or specializedtraining, including or supplemented by at least 4 years of landscaping or arborist-relatedactivities; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides thefollowing knowledge, ability and skills:Knowledgeof* Methods and techniques of maintenance, repair and care of trees andshrubbery.* The use of climbing and aerial lift equipment and other tools andmachinery used in the maintenance, repair and care of trees andshrubbery.* Departmental policies, procedures and practices.* Applicable rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and safety standardsthat govern the performance of the duties being performed.Ability to * Operate tools, equipment and vehicles used in the maintenance, repairand care of trees and shrubbery and other essential job functions.* Perform aerial operations; climb and work in trees using ladders, ropesand/or other equipment.* Understand and carry out instructions.* Work independently, with little supervision.* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors,coworkers and the general public.Skill in * The operation of heavy trucks, vehicles, equipment, machinery andpower tools used in forestry operations.Necessary Special RequirementsPossession of a valid driver's license; Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air BrakeEndorsement; Massachusetts Class 2B Hoisting License; EHAP certificate.Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.* Work is performed mostly outdoors; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operatecomputers and various types of power tools, equipment and machinery.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, prolonged visualconcentration and the ability to adjust focus.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit,stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects,tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.* The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, orcrawl.* The employee is frequently exposed to adverse weather conditions including extremeheat, cold, wetness and humidity; and to other unpleasant conditions such as dimlighting, dust, odors, noise, vibration, toxic agents, electrical currents, heavymachinery, smoke and disease.* The employee must frequently lift and/or move up in excess of 50 pounds. APPLICATION PROCESSAll applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet atwww.lexingtonma.gov, emailing [email protected], calling (781) 698-4590 or by visitingthe Human Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form asadditional information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required applicationform. Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment. Completed application must be received in the Town's Human Resources Department The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications afterthe deadline, to best serve the interest of the community. The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and weare actively seeking candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to ourorganization. After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidateswill be invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in theprocess as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact theHuman Resources Department. Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to:Human Resources DepartmentTown of Lexington1625 Massachusetts AvenueLexington, MA 02420(781) 698-4590