Chaska, MN · On-site
$31.98/hr
... on-going assistance with tree cutting and trimming Promotes quality customer relations ... colors, climbing, balancing, and lifting, carrying and moving objects 80+ lbs Working Conditions ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$31.98/hr
... on-going assistance with tree cutting and trimming Promotes quality customer relations ... colors, climbing, balancing, and lifting, carrying and moving objects 80+ lbs Working Conditions ...
| Aspect | Temporary Tree Climber | Arborist |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | OSHA safety training, Climbing certification | ISA Certified Arborist, Climbing certification |
| Work Environment | Temporary, outdoor, tree work sites | Permanent or seasonal, outdoor, tree care sites |
| Employer & Industry | Tree service companies, landscaping firms | Tree care companies, municipal parks, landscaping |
The main difference is that a Temporary Tree Climber performs short-term, task-specific climbing work, often without advanced certifications, while an Arborist is a trained professional with specialized certifications who provides comprehensive tree care. Both work outdoors in similar environments, but Arborists typically have more extensive training and responsibilities.
$31.98/hr
Temporary
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Job Summary This position assists as directed to all employees of the Chaska Electric department, under the supervision of the Electric Foreperson. Responsibilities Assists with street light repairs when scheduled for routine maintenance as well as reported outages or other problems Participates in overhead and underground construction Maintains equipment, tools and supplies needed for line work Performs reading of meters, as assigned Provides on-going assistance with tree cutting and trimming Promotes quality customer relations, acknowledging any concerns and bringing them to the Foreperson for resolution Performs all other related duties as requested or assigned Qualifications Education High school diploma or G.E.D Line school diploma Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Valid MN Driver's License with appropriate endorsements Working towards or interested in electric related field (preferred) Equipment, Mental & Physical Demands EQUIPMENT USED City trucks and trailers Hand tools including saw, chainsaw, weed whip, drill, crimper, etc. Meter reading equipment Computer & iPad MENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Mental Effort Attention to safety standards, procedures, and practices Ability to follow written and oral instruction Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers and public Physical Demands Proper and safe operation of city vehicles, ladders, and other tools Varying and some prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, observing, identifying colors, climbing, balancing, and lifting, carrying and moving objects 80+ lbs
Working Conditions Driving to and from work sites Working outside in all seasons with varying levels of exposure to wind, rain, snow, ice, sun Working within confines of both underground and overhead electrical system structures and construction sites including energized conductors