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City Of Orlando

Tree Trimmer

Pay: $19.91–$25.38/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Orlando, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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What they do

A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.

$45,298 / year median in Florida

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Construction & Skilled Trades Tree Trimmer Tree Trimmer bookmark City Of Orlando Orlando, FL, USA

Published:

7/12/2026 Construction & Skilled Trades | Full time Salary Range $19.91-$25.38 Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting Job Summary If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062. Performs skilled work trimming, pruning, and falling trees; removing diseased, broken, or hazardous limbs from trees; or the removing entire trees when required. Operates heavy trucks such as bucket trucks, claw loaders, etc. for trimming or removal of brush or wood. Work is performed under supervision of a crew leader and reviewed while in progress and upon completion for results obtained. Work is performed outdoors and employee is exposed to weather conditions, insects, and extreme heights. May be required to operate bucket truck.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and one (1) year experience in tree trimming to include knowledge of tree maintenance procedures, use of climbing saddle, pruning saw, chain saw, ropes and knots, chipper, and A-frame required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Class B CDL required.

Important:

To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.