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Job Class #04-15 FLSA Non-Exempt
Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Maintenance Worker I - Forestry
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Parks & Forestry
Supervisor: Superintendent of Parks & Forestry
Job Summary
Under immediate direction, performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and care of the urban forest
in parks, along trails, in natural areas and other public facilities and grounds within the City.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Answers questions and provides information to the public.
Assists with tree, shrub and perennial pruning, trimming, removing, chipping, planting, weeding
and watering.
Operates chainsaws, hand saws, hand pruners, pole pruners, trucks, chippers, aerial lifts, backhoes,
loaders and other specialized equipment.
Assists in snow and ice removal for trails, pedestrian areas and parking lots, storm damage clean-up,
and ice skating area maintenance.
Performs minor mechanical repairs and small engine repairs.
Maintains tools and equipment.
Installs snow removal equipment on tractors and trucks.
Assists other divisions, contractors and agencies as needed.
Responds to storm or other emergencies, as needed.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are encountered while performing those
essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Job Class #04-15 Parks & Forestry
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands
to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear.
The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required work
off-ladder and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or
move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical
parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently
exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic
chemicals and fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
Three months of experience in tree maintenance, arboriculture and/or urban forestry required. Valid
commercial driver’s license instruction permit required at time of hire. Valid Class B commercial driver’s
license with air brake endorsements required within 90 days of hire. Valid Class A commercial driver’s
license with air brake endorsements required within 6 months of hire. This position is subject to federal
drug testing requirements including screening through the FMCSA Clearinghouse. Must obtain forklift
and backhoe certification within 12 months of hire. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Must be
18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Two year degree in forestry, arboriculture and/or natural resource management from an educational
institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body preferred. Two years of experience in
tree maintenance, arboricultural operations and/or urban forestry preferred. Pesticide applicator’s
license preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skills in the operation of chainsaws, hand saws, hand pruners, pole pruners, trucks, chippers, aerial
lifts, backhoes, loaders and other specialized equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and understand work orders, arboricultural best management practices and maintain
written and digital job records. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and take
measurements. Ability to proficiently use computers, tablets and digital devices.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed
by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.