Temporary Laborer: Forestry - Tree Watering

Temporary Laborer: Forestry - Tree Watering

Starting Hourly Rate: $18.22, Full-Time for 9 months

Nature of Work: This is semi-skilled work including watering street trees and serving as a ground worker on various types of tree maintenance activities. Work involves performing necessary manual tasks on the ground to assist a tree trimming or removal operation, including picking up limbs and raking. Operates chainsaws, hand tools, assists in stump removal, traffic control (working in a roadway, setting up cones/temporary signs, removing these devices and utilizing a stop/slow paddle to control vehicle flow), and related work as required. Will be required to walk up and down curbs, drive a pickup truck and wind the hose on a reel.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• Ability to take instructions; work in a team environment and serve the public
• Valid drivers license
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle as he/she will be required to drive a vehicle for local travel
• General computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to identity tree species
• Experience in operating chainsaws and related equipment
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time

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