Forestry Worker MEOI/Laborer
Company: City of Cambridge
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Working Supervisor performs a variety
of manual labor tasks required in urban forestry. Primarily assists
in all aspects of tree planting within the urban environment,
including opening tree wells in sidewalks, soil remediation, tree
installation, compost tea application, mulching, watering, and
aftercare. Assists Tree Climbers by handling ropes and guiding tree
limbs to the ground; prunes trees and shrubs; cuts down trees and
shrubs, chops and saws limbs; cleans up after work is completed and
keeps tools clean, sharp, and in operational condition. Operates
pick-up trucks, dump trucks, panel trucks and bucket trucks or
other vehicles with a rated capacity of 26,001 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
At least one year of experience in related field
Arborist certification strongly preferred.
Must possess a current and valid Commercial Driver's License
Classification B
Must present a valid Department of Transportation medical
certificate.
Must possess a satisfactory driving record
Candidates must also provide, upon interview, a copy of their
unattested driving record, obtainable at the RMV and dated within
the previous six months
Candidates may need to register with the FMCSA Commercial Driver's
License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register
All candidates will participate in an on-road driving assessment as
part of the interview process.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: All labor positions, skilled, semi-skilled, and
unskilled in the Cambridge Department of Public Works require a
combination of: Lifting between 25-100 pounds, proper bending,
squatting, stretching, pushing, climbing, dragging, and
pulling.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Exposure to all weather conditions. Work in a
moderate to high noise level environment caused by sound of
machinery or powered equipment being used. Occasional odor may
occur during the course of work. Required to adhere to all safety
rules and regulations as well as dress code policies. Perform other
related duties as assigned.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Urban Forestry and Landscapes
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
Vacation and sick leave eligible
Sick Incentive Pay eligible
3 Personal Days
13 Paid Holidays
Clothing Allowance, $1000 per year
RATE: $21.25 - $29.15 per hour + excellent benefits (Additional
hourly compensations for the attainment of the Arborist
certification and 2A Hoisting License) (rate effective
07/01/2021)
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Internal applicants with permanent civil service status should
submit job bidding form, resume and letter of interest, external
applicants must complete a Labor Service Application available from
and returned to the Personnel Dept., Room 309, City Hall, 795
Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139. Fax: (617) 349-4312 or
return by email to employment@cambridgema.gov
THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR,
SEX, RELIGION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER
PROTECTED CATEGORY. WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, MEMBERS OF THE
LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO
APPLY. CITY OF CAMBRIDGE RESIDENTS ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO
APPLY. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES, WRITTEN MATERIALS IN
ALTERNATIVE FORMATS, AND REASONABLE MODIFICATIONS IN POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES WILL BE PROVIDED TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH
DISABILITIES FREE OF CHARGE, UPON REQUEST. The City is committed to
advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and
inclusion.
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Keywords: City of Cambridge, Cambridge , Forestry Worker MEOI/Laborer, Other , Cambridge, Massachusetts
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