Tree Artisan

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Tree Artisan

Salary

$35,668.00 - $39,241.00 Annually

Location

MI, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20241521021

Department

General Services

Opening Date

07/08/2024

Bargaining Unit

1490-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Recreation Ge

• Description

• Benefits

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Description

Under general supervision, performs work involved in the pruning, removing, cultivating and general care of trees and shrubs in streets, municipal parks and parkways, and in general landscape work.

Examples of Duties

• Prunes and removes trees using roping and rigging techniques.

• Operates and performs routine maintenance of chainsaws.

• Plants and transplants young trees and moves larger trees.

• Prunes trees by cutting off dead branches and limbs to give proper shape and growth.

• Removes fallen trees and branches in response to storm call emergencies.

• Operates trucks or other automotive equipment used in forestry or landscape work, as required.

• Performs duties in accordance with Departmental safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• High school Diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Degree)

• One (1) year of experience in tree and shrub removal and pruning, including roping and rigging, aerial lift operation, chipper and stump grinder operation.

Supplemental Information

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Persons certified or promoted to this classification shall be required to obtain and maintain a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a Group B endorsement with air brakes within six months of entry into this class. Such persons shall meet the State of Michigan Driving Eligibility Requirements for application for a CDL at the time of certification or hire to this class, including possessing a valid driver’s license.

• Successful applicants must meet physical standards prescribed by the Michigan State Motor Carrier Division and must possess and carry a valid current Medical Examiner’s Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with State of Michigan Motor Carrier Safety Act-1988.

• Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Physical Demands

Work involves frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, lifting branches and tools/equipment weighing up to 100 pounds and exposure to heights.

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors with exposure to all seasonal weather conditions.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: P/F

• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%

• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

  Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 05/04/2023

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

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How many years of experience do you have in caring for and cultivating trees and shrubs including pruning and planting.

• No Experience

• 0 Months - up to 12 Months

• 1 Year - up to 2 Years

• 2 Years - up to 3 Years

• 3 Years - up to 4 Years

• 4 Years - up to 5 Years

• More than 5 Years

  02

  Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• PhD/J.D.

• n/a

  Required Question

Agency

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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