Forestry Crew Worker

FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, CANDIDATES MUST APPLY VIA THE CITY'S WEBSITE AT THE LINK BELOW. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 06/25/26 11

59PM https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldoh/jobs/5372168/forestry-crew-worker?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs The City of Springfield is accepting applications for the classified position of Forestry Crew Worker !This position plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the City's parks, rights-of-way, and public properties through tree care, landscaping, and grounds maintenance activities.

Examples of Duties:

Trim, plant, maintain, and remove trees on City property. Operate aerial bucket trucks, chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, mowers, and other equipment. Perform landscaping duties including mulching, planting, seeding, fertilizing, weed control, and pesticide application. Respond to storm damage and assist with emergency tree removal. Operate snow and ice control equipment during winter weather events. Lead and assist seasonal and lower-level employees on assigned projects. Maintain equipment and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. All other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must possess diploma or equivalent; mechanical aptitude; good physical condition. Must obtain a valid Driver's License at the time of hire; must meet and maintain insurability under the City's insurance plan. Possession of or the ability to obtain an Ohio Commercial Driver's License Class A with both tanker and air brake endorsements. ( 180 calendar days given from date of hire to obtain the CDL, (City assistance available, if needed). Requires passage of a pre-employment physical and respiratory examination, including drug and alcohol testing. Possession of a valid Ohio Public Applicator's license for herbicides and pesticides as applicable to the position (City assistance available, if needed).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the tools, materials, and methods for safely and effectively trimming, planting, and removing trees. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to safely perform manual work, including lifting and carrying tree limbs and construction materials. Ability to be called out at times other than regular working hours to respond to emergency conditions. Ability to work effectively out-of-doors for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions, including rain, snow, ice, heat, and humidity. Ability to work safely from ladders and aerial bucket trucks. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, and the general public. Ability to instruct and supervise lower-level workers in the correct and safe application of grounds maintenance procedures. Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment. Ability to perform hard physical labor for extended periods of time under all kinds of weather conditions. Ability to direct and work safely in and around traffic. Ability to work in confined areas such as vaults, pits, manholes, trenches and tunnels as some examples. Ability to wear and operate life safety devices, face masks, safety belts and harnesses and other related equipment. Ability to ascend and descend vertical ladders.

Please note:

This is a classified position, candidates will be required to take and pass a written civil service exam (70%). Testing dates and times will be sent to applicants after applying. Please continue to monitor your email and/or Government Jobs account for details and directions on scheduling.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.39 - $31.12 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person