Tree Trimmer

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We will be accepting applications for the Tree Trimmer position beginning:

October 13 2021 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

EXAM NUMBER:
C0391J

This announcement is being reposted to add COVID19 vaccine information in the Additional Information Section.

• A Tree Trimmer is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
• Climbs trees of various heights in order to perform crown restoration trimming shaping removing hazardous branches and trees according to arboricultural standards for the safety of property or life.

• Utilizes riggingmethods and techniques which may includeropes knotslines pulleys blocks slings and cables in climbing trees and lowering branchesand treesto the ground; may instruct crew in tree surgery cabling and bracing of tree limbs.

• Maintains public roadway sidewalk clearance access roads public parks trail ways which includes equestrian hiking and biking paths by trimming and shaping trees using various tree trimming tools such as pruners chainsaws telescoping power saws pole saws loppers brush chippers stump grinders handheld or backpack blowers and aerial lifts.

• Cuts limbs bucks and fellstrees into logs for removal anddisposal.

• Plants and transplants trees; stakes irrigates cultivates root prunes and fertilizes as necessary.

• Operates and maintains various hand and powerdriven cutting tools such as axes hand saws pruners loppers pole saws chainsaws telescoping power saws and handheld or backpack blowers.

• Operates and maintains equipment such asaerial liftswater trucks brush chippers and stump grinders.

• Sharpens and maintains saws and other cutting tools used in the care and conservation oftrees.

• Inspects andmaintains climbingequipment such as bullropes climbinglines tackles climbing harnesses lanyards andspurs.

• Inspects maintains and installs guy wires cabling and bracing equipment.

• Interacts with the public to answer questions regarding the care and conservation of trees and seeks their assistance in moving obstacles which are blocking the work area obtaining a tree removal consent form or other forms.

• Drives equipment to transport crews tows equipment and hauls debris and operates aerial lifts or similar equipment on the truck.

• Required to drive vehicles such as water trucks or equipment with gross vehicle weight rating of 26001 pounds or more or containing more than 115 gallons of liquid as needed.

• Operate tree maintenance equipment during emergency or disaster recovery situations as needed.

• Performs various activities pertaining to arboricultural care of trees in and around hazardous conditions such as overhead utility lines or within major highways requiring lane closures impacting high speed and heavy volume traffic as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

Option I: One year of experience climbing trees performing crown restoration removing hazardous branches or trees using rigging and related knots and using tree trimming tools and equipment. Successful completion of the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation training program in tree maintenance will be accepted for six months of the required experience.

OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:

Part I: A qualifying written test covering knowledge related to tree maintenance safety operations and basic math.

Only those candidates who achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on the written test will proceed to Part II of the examination.

THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Part II: A Performance Test consisting of inspection of safety equipment; knot tying; tree climbing; overview and proper use of a chain saw; procedure for cutting and lowering limbs; procedure for felling a tree; and correct use of a brush chipperweighted 50.

Only those candidates who achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on the performance test will proceed to Part III of the examination.

Part III: An Interview weighted 50 covering training experience and general ability to perform the duties of the position.

Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE 12 MONTHS.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of promulgation.

Applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and promulgated to the list of eligible candidates accordingly.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors including but not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process.Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.

VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible register of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Public Works as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held give the name and address of your employer your job title beginning and ending dates and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made.

Important Notes:

• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETEAPPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.

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The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.

Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

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Revised January 2025