Senior Tree Artisan
Under general supervision, performs the more responsible work involved in the removing, pruning, and general care of shade and ornamental trees and a variety of different types shrubs in streets, municipal parks, parkways and other municipal properties including, as necessary, the supervision of one or more crew members.
- Serves as a lead worker of a crew of one or more crew members.
- Performs individually the more difficult and responsible work involved.
- Plants and transplants young trees and moves large trees.
- Prunes trees by cutting off dead branches and limbs to give proper shape and growth.
- Removes broken branches and prunes branches so that they clear public utility wires.
- Removes fallen trees and branches in response to storm call emergencies.
- Fertilizes, waters, cultivates, and generally cares for trees and shrubs.
- Examines trees for defects such as splits, wounds, rotting, and attacks of fungi, borers, and various insect pests.
- Identifies problems and recommends solutions.
- Perform duties in accordance with Departmental safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications (required):
- High School graduation or GED.
- Two (2) years of experience in caring for and cultivating trees and shrubs including pruning and planting.
Qualifications (preferred):
Completion of coursework in horticulture.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.
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
LRD: 01/30/2023
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