City of Portland - Arborist II

City Of Portland - Arborist II

The Forestry Division of the Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one Arborist vacancy. This position performs skilled arboricultural work maintaining Portland's community forest including tree pruning, tree and stump removal, along with related care and maintenance of trees including experience in controlling invasive tree pests; tree planting, works aerially in trees by climbing with various tree climbing systems and aerial lift, may supervise the work of crews engaged in various types of tree work.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the ability to care for Portland's trees in a wide range of weather conditions, proficient use / experience in the maintenance of various types of forestry equipment, ranging from chainsaws, brush chipper, aerial lift, log truck, stump grinder, tractors, loaders, and chip trucks. Possess the skill and ability to climb trees using updated climbing systems, knowledge of safety requirements including pre-work tree assessment and job briefing, PPE requirements, ANSI Z133 and A300 procedures, plants, waters and fertilizes trees and cares for public landscapes. May supervise a small crew of workers assisting in caring for trees. Participates in winter ops - snow plowing & snow removal. Performs related work as required.

Requirements of work include previous work experience, education, and training in arboriculture. The ability to climb trees. Able to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, officials, co-workers, and the general public. Skilled in the proper use of tree climbing systems, PPE, lowering devices, use of ropes, lowering lines, and related arboricultural tools (including hand saws, pole pruners, chain saws). Thorough knowledge of various knots used in climbing and lowering, the sharpening and care of power saws and related safety equipment. Possess the physical strength and agility necessary to perform the essential functions of the work under exposure to varied weather conditions.