Seasonal Tree Inspector

POSITION SUMMARY

The Tree Inspector is a seasonal position that is primarily responsible for annual tree inspections on all public and private community places within the City under general supervision of the Public Works Director. This position will interact with the public, businesses, and other groups in a professional, courteous, safe, and respectful manner.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/champlin

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish a friendly and positive rapport with facility customers, vendors, employees, general public, and promote a respectful and friendly environment for all in the facility.
• Performs tree inspections on all public and private community places within the City as required to identify and manage disease and insect problems.
• Report any potentially dangerous conditions, accidents, and damage to the Public Works management.
• Responsible for determining if tree(s) are diseased or hazardous, and notifying management of these trees.
• Responsible for maintaining safety procedures and enforcing rules.
• Responsible for informing property owner of diseased trees and follows up on tree removals and directives.
• Oversees and conducts annual tree report at end of season.

· Operates Public Works electronic platforms, such as but not limited to GIS, Cartegraph to perform tree inspections.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWELDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with general public and staff while displaying political agility and discretion.

· Ability to follow-through with work assignments, provide self-direction, and maintain safety procedures.

· Ability to provide good customer service skills to a diverse customer base and effectively communicate with customers, general public, staff, and others.

· Ability to work independently, making decisions based on established City policy, standards and requirements.

· Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Must be 18 years or older.

· Minnesota Certified Tree Inspector License.

· Prior tree identification experience.

· Valid Driver’s license with good driving history.

• Must be able to physically perform all essential duties of the position.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

· Experience with Cartegraph and/or GIS programs.

· Able to work for 6 months, approximately May through October.

· Ability to identify most Minnesota trees.

WORK SCHEDULE

Shifts can vary during operating hours from Monday through Friday and range from 20-25 hours a week.

SUPERVISION

Does not have any direct reports. This position works independently with minimal supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental and Physical Conditions

Possible exposure to inclement weather conditions. Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, walking for prolonged periods of time; kneeling, climbing, bending, and stooping, moderate lifting and carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate/heavy weight; general manual dexterity; adequate hearing, vision, and speech required; and must be able to evaluate situations and react appropriately. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim light, or toxic agents.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $20