Tree Maintenance Worker II - Forestry
Salary
$20.44 - $28.88 Hourly
Location
Park Maintenance Facility, KS
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
Tree Maintenance Worker 2 - F
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
PARK Forestry and Maintenance
Opening Date
07/31/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
2000
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is skilled supervisory work in the care and maintenance of trees along street rights-of-way, in City parks, and on other City properties. This employee is responsible for supervising and participating in work connected with the replacement, care, and removal of trees. Work includes planning and establishing safeguards for employees and the public. Supervision is exercised over a small crew of skilled and unskilled employees. Assignments are received from a supervisor and work is performed under general direction.
The day and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
**Posting may come down at anytime**
Examples of Work Performed
Participates in the planting, pruning, spraying, and removal of trees.
Climbs trees using rope and saddle to heights up to 80 ft. above the ground from the ground.
Operates a bucket truck in tree operations.
Provides recommendations for improvements in the tree maintenance program.
Identifies hazardous trees, reports and directs or performs removal of difficult trees.
Performs maintenance and corrective pruning of trees and assists in job site cleanup, including raking, sweeping, chipping brush and loading debris and logs on trucks.
Operates tree-related equipment - trucks, chippers, log splitters and stump grinders and other related equipment.
Maintains tree care-related equipment and tools.
These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
Considerable knowledge of tree trimming, treatment, and removal methods and techniques
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and ANZI Z133 standards
Considerable knowledge of use and maintenance of tools and equipment used in tree work.
Ability to start, operate, stop, and carry chainsaws weighing up to 22 lbs. at heights of up to 80 ft. above the ground while positioned at a variety of angles and positions while working in a rope and saddle
Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs or other hearing protection
Ability to lift 100% of body weight in order to climb trees as the job requires
Ability to place a rope inch in diameter 30 ft. above ground in a tree and then foot lock and body thrust into the tree
Ability to operate a 26" hand saw
Ability to bend, squat, and twist as required to shovel soil from up to three feet below ground level
Ability to swing an ax accurately and effectively to chop at ground level
Ability to drag, pull, and carry up to 40 pounds of bulky tree debris as far as 50 feet and load same, up to heights of eight feet, using an ensilage or pitch fork
Ability to lift logs weighing up to 150 pounds with assistance of another worker
Ability to rake and sweep work site using lawn rake and push broom
Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions are present, including after-hour emergencies.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Possession of a valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training
Two years of experience in tree maintenance work.
Ability to obtain Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement within six months of employment. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training
A valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
Two years' experience in climbing trees with rope and saddle.
Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:
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Employer
City of Wichita
Address
455 N. Main
Wichita, Kansas, 67202
Phone
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Salary
$20.44 - $28.88 Hourly
Location
Park Maintenance Facility, KS
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
Tree Maintenance Worker 2 - F
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
PARK Forestry and Maintenance
Opening Date
07/31/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
2000
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is skilled supervisory work in the care and maintenance of trees along street rights-of-way, in City parks, and on other City properties. This employee is responsible for supervising and participating in work connected with the replacement, care, and removal of trees. Work includes planning and establishing safeguards for employees and the public. Supervision is exercised over a small crew of skilled and unskilled employees. Assignments are received from a supervisor and work is performed under general direction.
The day and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
**Posting may come down at anytime**
Examples of Work Performed
Participates in the planting, pruning, spraying, and removal of trees.
Climbs trees using rope and saddle to heights up to 80 ft. above the ground from the ground.
Operates a bucket truck in tree operations.
Provides recommendations for improvements in the tree maintenance program.
Identifies hazardous trees, reports and directs or performs removal of difficult trees.
Performs maintenance and corrective pruning of trees and assists in job site cleanup, including raking, sweeping, chipping brush and loading debris and logs on trucks.
Operates tree-related equipment - trucks, chippers, log splitters and stump grinders and other related equipment.
Maintains tree care-related equipment and tools.
These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
Considerable knowledge of tree trimming, treatment, and removal methods and techniques
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and ANZI Z133 standards
Considerable knowledge of use and maintenance of tools and equipment used in tree work.
Ability to start, operate, stop, and carry chainsaws weighing up to 22 lbs. at heights of up to 80 ft. above the ground while positioned at a variety of angles and positions while working in a rope and saddle
Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs or other hearing protection
Ability to lift 100% of body weight in order to climb trees as the job requires
Ability to place a rope inch in diameter 30 ft. above ground in a tree and then foot lock and body thrust into the tree
Ability to operate a 26" hand saw
Ability to bend, squat, and twist as required to shovel soil from up to three feet below ground level
Ability to swing an ax accurately and effectively to chop at ground level
Ability to drag, pull, and carry up to 40 pounds of bulky tree debris as far as 50 feet and load same, up to heights of eight feet, using an ensilage or pitch fork
Ability to lift logs weighing up to 150 pounds with assistance of another worker
Ability to rake and sweep work site using lawn rake and push broom
Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions are present, including after-hour emergencies.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Possession of a valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training
Two years of experience in tree maintenance work.
Ability to obtain Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement within six months of employment. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training
A valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
Two years' experience in climbing trees with rope and saddle.
Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:
(Download PDF reader)
(Download PDF reader)
(Download PDF reader)
Employer
City of Wichita
Address
455 N. Main
Wichita, Kansas, 67202
Phone
...
Job ID: 488179282
Originally Posted on: 8/5/2025
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