Jobs
>
Charleston

    Tree Trimmer - Virginia, United States - City of Roanoke, Virginia

    City of Roanoke, Virginia
    City of Roanoke, Virginia Virginia, United States

    1 week ago

    Default job background
    Description

    About the Position:

    Description

    The City of Roanoke is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform skilled work in the care and pruning of trees. This position will climb trees using rope and saddle, tree spikes, and ladders. Performs tree pruning in accordance with ISA standards for purposes of public safety, environmental enhancement, and aesthetics. Removes trees by felling using directional control or by topping and piecing down. Plants and transplants trees. Applies pesticides to trees for the purposes of insect or disease control as well as control of unwanted vegetation. Applies fertilizer to shade and ornamental trees. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years' recent experience working as a trimmer and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

    Examples of Duties

    SUMMARY
    Performs skilled work in the care and pruning of trees.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    Climbs trees using rope and saddle, tree spikes, and ladders

    Performs tree pruning in accordance with ISA standards for purposes of public safety, environmental enhancement, and aesthetics

    Removes trees by felling using directional control or by topping and piecing down

    Plants and transplants trees

    Applies pesticides to trees for the purposes of insect or disease control as well as control of unwanted vegetation

    Applies fertilizer to shade and ornamental trees

    Performs cabling, bracing, bark tracing, and other tree surgery procedures

    Operates an aerial lift device

    Uses and maintains in good repair all power and hand tools including: chainsaws, handsaws, ropes, saddles, axes, etc.

    Operates a backhoe/tractor

    Operates a brush chipper

    Operates a stump grinder/cutter

    Operates a telescopic crane truck

    Performs snow removal as needed

    May serve as lead worker in absence of supervisor

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

    Typical Qualifications

    QUALIFICATIONS
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
    High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years recent experience working as a trimmer and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Supplemental Information

    LANGUAGE SKILLS
    Ability to read and comprehend instructions. Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.

    REASONING ABILITY
    Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

    This is a job description and not an individualized position description. A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.



  • Nelson Tree Service LLC Charleston, United States

    Nelson Tree Service, LLC - 465 Trimmer/Climber w DL - NTS ) Charleston, WV 25304 · Job Title: Trimmer/Climber · This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging , dead, and excess branches , providing clearance for utility powerlines . · Nelson Tree Service ...


  • Nelson Tree Service LLC Charleston, United States

    Nelson Tree Service, LLC - 465 Trimmer/Climber (CDL Required) - NTS ) Charleston, WV 25304 · Job Title: Trimmer/Climber (CDL Required) · This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging , dead, and excess branches , providing clearance for utility powerlines ...


  • Nelson Tree Service LLC Charleston, United States

    Nelson Tree Service, LLC - 465 Trimmer/Climber - NTS ) Charleston, WV 25312 · Job Title: Trimmer/Climber · This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging , dead, and excess branches , providing clearance for utility powerlines . · Nelson Tree Service provi ...


  • Nelson Tree Service LLC Charleston, United States

    Nelson Tree Service, LLC - 465 Trimmer/Climber - NTS ) Charleston, WV 25312 · Job Title: Trimmer/Climber · This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging , dead, and excess branches , providing clearance for utility powerlines . · Nelson Tree Service provi ...


  • West Virginia Department of Education Charleston, United States

    Position Type: Custodial/Maintenance/CustodianDate Posted: 5/7/2024Location: Nicholas County BOE Transportation/MaintenanceClosing Date: 05/13/2024County: Nicholas County Schools - websitePosition: Summer Custodian III 2 positions Salaray Terms: Standard 40 Day Contract. Monday - ...


  • Utilities Service Co Inc Charleston, United States

    Job Title: Groundperson/Apprentice Trimmer · Responsible for gathering and feeding brush & debris into a woodchipper, scanning areas for trip and fall hazards, and ensuring other workers stay out of the path of travel. This position is also responsible for maintaining equipment a ...

  • The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Spray Technician

    3 days ago


    The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAdditional Locations: Travel Position · Primary Locations: WV, Charleston, 1627 Quarrier St, 25311 · Requisition ID: 197997 · Position OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Railroad Vegetatio ...


  • City of Roanoke, Virginia Virginia, United States

    About the Position: · Description · The City of Roanoke Transportation Division is seeking seasonal workers in the Landscape Crew to serve in the Department of Public Works. The Landscape crew performs routine turf and landscape maintenance tasks within the City of Roanoke's Rig ...


  • City Of Charleston Charleston, United States

    Summary: The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform maintenance and upkeep on public grounds, green spaces and/or historic parks in for a department, division or work unit. · This class works under close supervision according to set procedures. · Qualificati ...

  • PENN Entertainment

    Groundskeeper

    6 days ago


    PENN Entertainment Charles Town, United States Regular Full time

    WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. · We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You'll work with an incredibly diverse set of co-workers ...


  • City Of Charleston Charleston, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionSummary: The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform maintenance and upkeep on public grounds, green spaces and/or historic parks in for a department, division or work unit. · This class works under close supervision according ...


  • The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States OTHER

    Additional Locations: NA · Primary Locations: SC, Charleston, 1064 Gardner Rd. Suite 313, 29407 · Requisition ID: 190987 · Position Overview · Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the ope ...

  • The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Bucket Foreman

    2 weeks ago


    The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States

    Additional Locations: York, SC · Requisition ID: 194997 · Position Overview · POSITION: Bucket Foreman | Utility Line Clearance · Kent - Utility, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as a Bucket Foreman to our passionate team of tree ...

  • The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Spray Technician

    2 days ago


    The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States

    Additional Locations: Travel Position · Primary Locations: WV, Charleston, 1627 Quarrier St, 25311 · Requisition ID: 197997 · Position Overview · The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Railroad Vegetation Management as a Spray Techni ...

  • The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Spray Technician

    2 weeks ago


    The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States

    Additional Locations: Travel Position · Primary Locations: WV, Charleston, 1627 Quarrier St, 25311 · Requisition ID: 196501 · Position Overview · The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Railroad Vegetation Management as a Spray Techni ...


  • The Davey Tree Expert Company Charleston, United States

    Additional Locations: TRAVEL POSITION · Primary Locations: SC, Charleston, 1064 Gardner Rd. Suite 313, 29407 · Requisition ID: 195301 · Position Overview · The Davey Tree Expert Company is a progressive, fast growing, safety-driven National Service Company in the Green industry. ...


  • Bridges Staffing North Charleston, United States Full time

    Maintenance/Groundskeeper needed for a private school in Charleston, SC The ideal candidate would be friendly, diligent, reliable, focused, and have a "can-do," positive attitude · Why choose us?Employer paid parking · Blue Cross Blue Shield health, vision and dental · 1-week va ...

  • teamworkonline

    Facility Operations

    1 week ago


    teamworkonline Charleston, United States Part time

    Overview · CONVERSION CREW / OPERATIONS (PT) · Operations Conversion team members are responsible for setting up the venue for the various events that enter the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center and maintaining the facility through the duration of the event as scheduled. · ...


  • Nelson Tree Service LLC Alum Creek, United States

    Nelson Tree Service, LLC - 465 Trimmer/Climber - NTS ) Alum Creek, WV 25003 · Job Title: Trimmer/Climber · This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging , dead, and excess branches , providing clearance for utility powerlines . · Nelson Tree Service provi ...


  • Davey Tree Fraziers Bottom, United States

    Additional Locations: . · Primary Locations: WV, Fraziers Bottom, 68 Tasty Blend Way, 25082 · Requisition ID: 197297 · Position Overview · Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties. · Job Duties · What You' ...