• Forestry Laborer - Temporary 2025 Term

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    Forestry Laborer - Temporary 2025 Term

    City of Dubuque

    1 Positions

    ID: 62496

    Posted On 02/03/2025

     

    Refreshed On 04/23/2025

     

    Job Overview

    Position Summary

    Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect the urban tree canopy through such activities as combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to trees; operate light and medium duty trucks and equipment and performs unskilled and semi-skilled work in the planting, trimming, and removal of publicly owned trees; and perform related work as required.

     

    The ideal candidate possesses the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values equity, problem solving and the development of partnerships; the ability to work effectively as a member of a team; and a desire to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

    Job Duties

    + Remove trees and brush.

    + Cut trees or logs.

    + Drag and chip brush.

    + Move and stack wood.

    + Trim trees.

    + Transport and plant trees, backfill, mulch, and water.

    + Operate trucks and equipment; and manual and power tools.

    + Inspect vehicles, and equipment to determine condition or maintenance needs.

    + Clean equipment or facilities; and job site.

    + Maintain trees, vehicles and equipment.

    + Perform arboricultural ground worker tasks.

    + Provide traffic control.

    + Assist in stump grinding operations.

    + Load and unload trucks.

    + Use time and attendance software and other records.

    + **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**

    + **Equipment Operation –** Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of diesel, gas and battery powered equipment.

    + **Maintenance -** Knowledge of materials, equipment, tools and techniques used in removing and maintaining trees.

    + **Multilimb Coordination and Manual Dexterity** - Using your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, crouching or kneeling; and holding or moving items with your hands.

    Qualifications

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Experience operating light or medium duty trucks and equipment.

    + Possession of a Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Experience removing and maintaining trees.

    Supplemental Information

    **SUPERVISORY STATUS:** None

    **WORKING CONDITIONS:** Duties include work outside in inclement weather; and medium to heavy work with occasional heavy lifting.

    **FLSA STATUS:** Non-exempt

     

    Primary Contact

     

    214881

     

    City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

     

    Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

     

    563-589-4125

     

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    [email protected]

     

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    Job Details

    Categories

     

    Labor

     

    Location

     

    Dubuque, IA

     

    Job Type

     

    Temp

     

    Full/Part

     

    Full or Part Time

     

    Pay/Salary

     

    $18.36 Hourly

    Qualifications

    Education

    High School/GED

    Experience

    1-2 Years

     

    Company ID

     

    931

     

    Job REQ #

    \# Positions

    1

     

    Start Date

     

    20250203

     

    End Date

     

    20250801

     

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    City of Dubuque

     

    About the Company

     

    Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

    The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

    + Health and Dental Insurance

    + 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

    + Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

    + Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Retirement Savings (IPERS)

    + Deferred Compensation Plan

    + Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

    + Short-Term Disability

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Tuition Reimbursement Program

    + Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

    + Flexible Work Arrangements

    + Paid Time Volunteering

     

    With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .