Tree trimmer

Location : Wilmington, NC

Wilmington, NC

Job Type : Full Time-Regular

Full Time-Regular

Job Number : 23-00101

23-00101

Department : Parks and Recreation

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date : 07 / 01 / 2023

07 / 01 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

Continuous

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings :

Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Drug Screen

Post Offer Employment Testing

Hiring Salary : $ 18.61

$ 18.61

Full Salary Range : $ 18.61 - $28.85

$ 18.61 - $28.85

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Position Description

The purpose of this position is to maintain trees in city parks, grounds and roadways. This is accomplished by trimming, planting and removing trees, operating light and heavy equipment, aide in ensuring site safety for pedestrians and crew and responding to emergency after hours calls.

Other duties include acting crew leader during emergency events, assisting with special projects, national disasters, trimming the Christmas tree, cleaning and maintaining equipment, and assisting other departments as needed.

Typical Tasks

JOB DUTIES : Maintains trees by removing dead and hazardous limbs; pruning and raising limbs over walk ways; roping tree limbs;

using aerial bucket trucks, chainsaws, and brush chippers; and raking and cleaning debris.Removes and plants trees by roping tress, operating machinery and vehicles, digging, staking trees, and raking and cleaning debris.

Assists other departments and maintains equipment by assisting during special events and projects, and performs preventative maintenance on all equipment.Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.

Level of knowledge is equivalent to less than high school or equivalency.Minimum of one year of relative experienceClass B CDL or ability to obtain within one year.Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position generally requires work outdoors and in a vehicle.

Our Core Values :

INCLUSION COLLABORATION CREATIVITY ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement :

Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer :

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families.

Our benefits package includes :

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance many other insurance optionsExcellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.

5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) or 457 account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement SystemEmployer-paid health & wellness clinicPaid sick and vacation leave 13 paid holidays per year6-weeks paid parental leavePaid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our communityFlex schedule and telework availability, depending on your positionProfessional development trainings & leadership initiativesTuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates :

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and / or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department.

All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance

The City offers two options for health coverage : a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account.

Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents.

Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.Dental Insurance

Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance

The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase.

Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement : - NC Local Government Retirement System

All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.

Deferred Compensation -

The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to either the 401(k) or 457 plans regardless of employee contribution.

Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*) : - Sick Leave -

12 days accrued each year

Annual Leave -

Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.-

Holidays -

12 paid holidays annually-

Paid Parental Leave -

Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).

Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous : - Tuition reimbursement- Employee Assistance Program

• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance- Credit Union membership

Note : The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.

This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process.

Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

Which best describes your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctorate DegreeNone - N / A

How many years of experience do you have working in tree maintenance?

Note : experience should include maintaining, trimming, pruning, transplanting, and removing trees.

I have no experienceless than 1 year1 year to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 years to less than 10 years10 years or more

Please identify the company / agency / organization where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note : These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit.

Entering "N / A' or "See Resume / Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

Do you have prior work experience climbing, maneuvering, and working effectively in trees using rope and tree saddle?

Note : experience MUST be detailed on the application to receive credit.

YesNo

Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

Note : If you do not, you will be required to obtain your CDL within 180 days of hire.

YesNo

This position requires working at heights over 20' in a bucket. Please acknowledge that you understand this is a requirement of the position.

Do you understand that this position is considered essential and you may be required to work before, during and / or after periods of inclement weather?

Do you understand that per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements, prospective drivers that have failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol pre-employment test within the past two years from an employer who did not hire them may not be eligible for employment?

Required Question

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