What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker - Urban Forestry position at City of Winston-Salem?
Under immediate supervision, performs routine grounds and tree maintenance work; does related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of the methods and practces of tree pruning and removals; general knowledge of tree work equipment; general knowledge of the mehtods and practices of basic grounds maintenance; ability to follow instructions and to satisfactorily complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; ability to work long hours under sometimes adverse weather conditions; ability to be "on-call" after hours when needed.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
- Under direct supervision of the tree trimmer or crew leader, assists with ree pruning and tree removals.
- Operates woood chipper, chainsaw, and related tree work equipment.
- Helps set up traffic control measures.
- Assists with tree planting and watering.
- Helps with stump grinding; assists with safely lowering limbs and wood when cut from tree.
- Uses rake and blower to clean up work site.
- Prune and sprout small trees. May also include other duteies as specified by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of the methods and practces of tree pruning and removals; general knowledge of tree work equipment; general knowledge of the mehtods and practices of basic grounds maintenance; ability to follow instructions and to satisfactorily complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; ability to work long hours under sometimes adverse weather conditions; ability to be "on-call" after hours when needed.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
Salary : $39,225
