Forester I

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Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintains, removes and replaces trees Examples of Duties UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION Removes dead and dangerous storm-damaged trees Climbs trees to remove dead or diseased branches Trims trees in parks, woodland areas, and along streets Fells trees Cuts trees into manageable sections and feeds limbs into a woodchipper Grinds or removes stumps Cuts or chops firewood Constructs and maintains trails in woodland areas Plants trees and sprays for insects and diseases Assists in landscaping programs Stocks lakes and cuts and trims grass and foliage around lake areas Operates trucks and other motor vehicles Performs related work Minimum Requirements WORK EXPERIENCE Six months of experience in the maintenance of trees or woodland areas which included climbing, trimming and felling of trees over 100 feet tall OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within three months of employment Must successfully gain proficiency climbing trees using the rope and saddle method within six months of employment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work Lifts and carries items weighing up to 70 pounds Lifts and carries items weighing over 70 pounds in a team setting Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

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