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City of Lakeville
Seasonal Tree Inspector
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What they do
An Arborist provides care for trees. Trims and prunes trees to promote healthy growth and cuts trees or clear branches near utility lines, street signs or houses. Monitors trees for disease and insect damage. Manages trimming, watering and planting in parks and urban areas.
$51,473 / year median in Minnesota
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The S easonal Tree Inspector position supports the City Forester and Forestry Department. This seasonal position is available mid-August through early November. Major responsibilities include watering, weeding, mulching, staking, inventorying and maintaining new planting projects on city property. Additional duties include watering and maintaining seasonal planting boxes and pots along the downtown business corridor, assisting in planting program activities and other tasks as assigned. The work schedule will generally be Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Driving city watering vehicle to planting sites on public property. Watering, weeding, mulching, caging and staking trees and shrubs at planting sites as needed to aid in plant establishment. Fill out weekly water reports to track maintenance and health of trees and shrubs at planting sites. Communicate with forestry staff when there is a maintenance, safety or disease issue with trees on city property. Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained and in working condition.