Arborist (PDF)
 Town of Lexington | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Lexington | |
| 1625 Massachusetts Avenue (Show on map) | |
 April 10, 2024 | |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington We are currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time (40 hrs/wk) position: Arborist Department of Public Works Complete Hourly Range: $25.19 to $30.60 per hour with excellent health, dental and leave benefits The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town's Human Resource Department by Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Scope of Work This position performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the care and maintenance of Town-owned trees and shrubbery. Supervision Received Grounds Superintendent or Crew Chief Exercised 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 grounds and 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 and other equipment to trim and remove trees; follows appropriate safety guidelines to conduct aerial work and work around power lines. * Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment; repairs equipment or notifies Road Machinery division of repairs needed. * Operates, repairs and sharpens clippers, saws and axes. * Operates various types of riding mowers and tractors; assists with maintenance of grounds and right of ways; assists with maintenance of parklands, walking and biking paths 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 recycling program; 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 maintains responsive community relations. * Follows safe work practices. Other Job Functions * Performs related duties as assigned. Requirements of Work Graduation from high school (or GED equivalent) plus additional technical or specialized training, including or supplemented by at least 4 years of landscaping or arborist-related activities; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills: Knowledge of * Methods and techniques of maintenance, repair and care of trees and shrubbery. * The use of climbing and aerial lift equipment and other tools and machinery used in the maintenance, repair and care of trees and shrubbery. * Departmental policies, procedures and practices. * Applicable rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and safety standards that govern the performance of the duties being performed. Ability to * Operate tools, equipment and vehicles used in the maintenance, repair and care of trees and shrubbery and other essential job functions. * Perform aerial operations; climb and work in trees using ladders, ropes and/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 and power tools used in forestry operations. Necessary Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver's license; Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement; Massachusetts Class 2B Hoisting License; EHAP certificate. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Work is performed mostly outdoors; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various types of power tools, equipment and machinery. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, prolonged visual concentration 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, or crawl. * The employee is frequently exposed to adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, wetness and humidity; and to other unpleasant conditions such as dim lighting, dust, odors, noise, vibration, toxic agents, electrical currents, heavy machinery, smoke and disease. * The employee must frequently lift and/or move up in excess of 50 pounds. APPLICATION PROCESS All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the Human Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form. Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment. Completed application must be received in the Town's Human Resources Department by Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community. After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process 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 the Human Resources Department. Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to: Human Resources Department Town of Lexington 1625 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 698-4590 | |