Tree Trimmer

Tree Trimmer

Join our team as a Tree Trimmer and put your skills to work maintaining the health and safety of the City's trees. Under general supervision, the Tree Trimmer performs a variety of skilled tree maintenance, such as trimming, removal, and general maintenance of ornamental, shrubbery, and trees, which involves climbing trees of various heights and working from a variety of lifts; corrects hazardous conditions caused by trees on City property, public right-of-way, and easements. This is a great opportunity to apply your trade expertise in a stable and rewarding role with the City of Richmond. The annual salary for this classification is as high as $86,927.76 at the top of the range. Additionally, City-paid benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, administrative leave days, sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, annual professional development reimbursement, four weeks of paid parental leave, and more! All benefit information can be found in our Benefits Summary.

The Tree Trimmer performs the full range of tree maintenance duties as assigned and possesses knowledge of tree health, plant diseases, tree trimming techniques, and the safe operation of tree maintenance equipment. Tree Trimmers may receive directions from the Tree Lead Worker. Ideal Candidate Attributes :

• Strong understanding of tree physiology and species common to the Bay Area.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to safe work practices.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Able to assess risk and make sound decisions in the field.
• Willingness to respond to emergency call-outs

The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value these traits in our employees! The following list is intended to be illustrative in nature and does not necessarily represent the entire range of work duties expected of employees within the job classification.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement :

It is the City's policy that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including the booster. New employees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

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Application and Selection Process :

To Apply : Interested individuals must apply online by fully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, including answers to supplemental questions, by 11 : 59 p.m. PST on the final filing date. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.

Qualifying Phase : All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). Candidates may be screened for better qualified.

Physical Examination : A limited number of better-qualified candidates will be first invited to a Performance Exam, which may test a candidate's job-related knowledge, ability to follow instructions, and other skills as they pertain to the position. A passing score of 70% or higher is required. (Weighted 50%)

Oral Examination : Only those candidates who achieve a passing score on the performance exam will be invited to participate in an Oral Examination. (Weighted 50%) Placement on the Employment List will be determined by the combined score of the Performance and Oral examinations. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each area to be placed on the list. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee advancement in the process or placement on the Employment List.

Employment Eligibility List : A ranking of "A" (Best Qualified), "B" (Well Qualified), or "C" (Qualified) is required to achieve a position on the Employment Eligibility List. This List will be in effect for a maximum of two (2) years; however, the list may be canceled without notice after six (6) months.

About the City of Richmond :

The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and