Entry Level Tree Service Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

CLASS DEFINITION:
Receives on-the-job training in park and facility maintenance and provides temporary help
during peak workload periods. Maintains grounds in a clean, neat and orderly condition;
performs manual labor and basic landscape, maintenance, repair and construction support
tasks to assist District Park Maintenance Workers I/II in the maintenance, repair and
construction of District parks and recreation facilities; and performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Park Maintenance Aide class is a sub-entry level classification. Incumbents are temporary
employees and may not advance to permanent status in the Park Maintenance Worker
classification series. Hours of work may be full or part-time.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Receives close to general supervision from a Park Maintenance Supervisor within a framework
of well-defined policies and procedures and functional direction and training from a Park
Maintenance Worker II. Incumbents in this classification do not supervise or direct the work of
others.
EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment(s) responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the
following:
• Learns to and safely operates power equipment and hand tools to mow, aerate and edge
lawn areas
• Rakes, sweeps and vacuums leaves and lawn clippings; clears debris from walks, fields,
courts, and other facilities
• Learns to and cuts brush, fells trees, and removes stumps
• Learns to and cultivates and plants trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns
• Opens gates and restroom facilities
• Learns to clean, sharpen, adjust and service lawn and garden tools and equipment
• Learns to and cleans and sanitizes restroom facilities and fixtures; unclogs toilets as
needed, and maintains restroom supplies
• Under the direction of District Park maintenance staff, learns to and performs a variety of
unskilled labor and basic maintenance and construction support tasks to assist with the
maintenance and repair of District parks and recreation facilities
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
EXAMPLES OF NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assists other positions or work units with a variety of special projects on an as needed
basis
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Education and Experience Guidelines:
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and
abilities is qualifying. A typical path to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
- Some previous work experience is desirable
- Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a
level necessary for successful job performance
Knowledge of:
- basic maintenance methods and procedures
- safe work practices and operation of power tools and equipment
- good public relations etiquette
Ability to:
- perform heavy manual labor
- learn to safely operate a variety of hand and power tools
- learn use and care of tools and equipment
- learn to identify plants, shrubs and trees
- operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices
- follow oral and written instructions
- learn and perform landscape, maintenance, grounds keeping and tree trimming work
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with the general public, co-workers,
and those contacted during the course of work
- perform essential duties of the job without causing harm to self or others
Licenses/Certification Required:
Possession of a valid class C California Driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environmental Conditions:
Essential duties of the Park Maintenance Aide I classification series are primarily performed
outside under varying weather conditions. Essential duties are performed on a daily basis with
hands in water, on uneven and slippery surfaces, in confined spaces, around moving vehicles
and equipment and on equipment with moving parts, and occasionally below ground, on ladders
and/or scaffolding. Incumbents are exposed daily to extreme heat or cold, to high frequency and
constant noise, dust, allergens, chemicals, solvents, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oil and
electrical energy.
Physical Conditions:
Essential duties of the Park Maintenance Aide I require repetitive use of feet and hands to
operate vehicles, equipment and tools; to feel the attributes of objects by touch; to verbally
exchange ideas and information; to hear to receive detailed verbal information and instruction;
to be able to view objects within one to twenty feet and differentiate basic colors and shades of
color; to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on
narrow, slippery or moving surfaces; to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, and walk to
accomplish essential duties; to lift, carry, push, and pull a variety of objects weighing between 5
and 50 pounds; and to have the finger dexterity and hand strength to operate and grasp tools
and equipment on a daily basis.
OTHER:
FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt, Seasonal, At-Will Employment
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an
inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of incumbents. In
accordance with the Americans with Disability Act, reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job
functions.