One City. One team. One mission. Are you someone who takes pride in making a visible impact on your community? If so, we are looking for a Tree Trimmer that will help shape the safety, beauty, and livability of our city. Every day brings opportunities to trim, plant, and remove trees, operate both light and heavy equipment, and ensure safe conditions for pedestrians and crew members alike. You’ll play a key part in responding to emergency after-hours calls, stepping up as a crew leader during critical events, and supporting the city during special projects and national disaster responses. You’ll also help keep our equipment operating at its best and collaborate with other departments to keep our parks, roadways, and public spaces looking their finest. Typical Tasks JOB DUTIES:Maintaining trees by removing dead and hazardous limbs; pruning and raising limbs over walk ways. Removing trees and plants deemed hazardous. Utilizing machinery, hand tools, vehicles and ropes during tree and plant maintenance and removal Assisting other departments during special events and projects. Maintaining equipment by assisting performs preventative maintenance Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Level of knowledge is equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Minimum of one year of relevant experience, to include the operation of the tools required OTHER REQUIREMENTS - Valid driver's license is required in order to apply. Candidates must currently have, or have the ability to obtain a class A CDL within one year. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Employees are required to participate in our after hours on call program. This involves being available to respond to emergency calls at any time during their scheduled on call time. On call shifts rotate among employees in 1 week increments. Employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to work outside of their regularly scheduled shifts at any time. This includes before, during and after weather related events. Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Pushing, pulling and lifting tree branches, limbs and debris 50-75 lbs. infrequently (once or twice a week)Lifting, holding and carrying limbs, debris and equipment 35-50 lbs. frequently (daily)Lifting, holding and carrying limbs, debris and equipment 25-35 lbs. constantly (multiple times a day) WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work outdoors and in a vehicle. Our Core Values: INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all. What we offer: The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance many other insurance options Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System Employer-paid health & wellness clinic Free on-site city gym access Paid sick and vacation leave 13 paid holidays per year 6-weeks paid parental leave Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives Tuition assistance benefits Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.