Trails Coordinator/Arborist

Starting Compensation:

$43,513.60/Annually

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Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

• This person is responsible to assist in leading and directing a crew managing trails, performing tree care and removal in the County Park system.

• This person and the crew they lead is responsible for tree care and removal as part of Facilities Management operations and support services for other County agencies as required, while providing a clean and safe environment for visitors, tenants and employees.

• The employee in this position is classified as an essential employee and may be required to work when the County offices are officially closed due to inclement weather, natural disaster, other emergency situations, etc. Weekend/Holiday work, as required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• This person reports to the Trails/Arborist Supervisor, position #00504444, at the Park location. This person will work directly with other Facility Management staff and supervisors at the Park and other locations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with tree care and removal on all County owned properties, includes tree climbing, pruning and removal in accordance with current A.N.S.I. standards 

• Assists with trail maintenance on all County Park trails

• Assists with maintenance and minor repairs to County owned bridges

• Operates equipment including bucket truck, chipper, stump grinder, backhoe, skid loader, ToolCat, small dump truck and snowplow

• Operates hand, power, and rotary tools (i.e., chainsaw, power pruner, weed whacker, handsaw, pruner, leaf blower, jackhammer etc.) 

• Regularly provides field progress to Trails/Arborist Supervisor and Grounds Superintendent

• Safely operate a pickup truck (with or without trailer) / equipment

• Ability to follow County and Departmental Policies and Procedures

OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES

• Provides job safety orientation, instruction, and monitoring

• Works cooperatively with Facility Management staff on major projects

• Responds to maintenance emergencies such as downed trees, flooding, and snow events

• Oversees and performs basic equipment and vehicle maintenance and repairs

• Ability to operate a computer to navigate the internet and use Windows platform (Outlook, Excel, Word)

  • Creates, sends, receives, reads, and responds to email

  • Works with a computer-based work order system to track tasks

• Assists with grounds maintenance and sanitation, as needed, including special events, loading, and hauling trash and recyclables, and janitorial duties

• Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or GED required

• B.S. in Forest Science, Urban Forestry, or related field preferred

• One year experience or internship with a commercial arboriculture or Park-related industry

• Applicant must have basic computer skills that include using email, navigating the internet, creating spreadsheets and documents

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

• Ability to work well with minimum supervision, self-motivated

• Ability to work well alone and with others

• Ability to assist Supervisor in his/her absence

• PA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification and PA Dept of Ag Category 23 Applicator Certification is preferred or ability to achieve both within six months of employment. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting this requirement.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES

• PA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification and PA Dept of Ag Category 23 Applicator Certification is preferred or ability to achieve both within six months of employment. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting this requirement.

• Must possess International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification or ability to achieve one within one year

• Must have and maintain a valid PA Driver's License with an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy and submit to a driving record background check

• Must pass a pre-employment fingerprint-based background check

• Must pass a pre-employment ChildLine Safety background check

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 75 pounds to waist height, 50 pounds to shoulder height and 40 pounds above the head

• Ability to climb a ladder to a working height of 30 feet

• Must be able to transverse uneven terrain for long distances

• Must be able to stoop, bend over from the waist and reach overhead frequently and for extended periods of time

• Must be willing to work in extreme weather conditions

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time while operating equipment

• This position is exposed to the potential of bodily fluids including, but not limited to blood, urine, feces, vomit, and saliva

• This position requires wearing a supplied uniform consisting of long pants and long and/or short-sleeve shirts

• This position requires the use of closed toe and closed back shoes that support the ankle

The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.  Read more about our benefits here.

Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.