Employer University of Georgia Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills This is a manual labor position on a tree crew that will involve safe operation of equipment used in tree care/maintenance to include but not limited to, mini skid steer, skid steers, manual transmission tractors, dump trucks, bucket trucks and chainsaws. This position will operate both CDL and non-CDL equipment. This position will assist with the maintenance, care, pruning, removal and cleanup of trees on campus. May work in any aspect of grounds maintenance or horticulture as deemed necessary to meet departmental goals. This employee will report directly to the Urban Forester. Operate chainsaws and equipment associated with tree work performed on campus.Work with and assist Grounds Department tree surgeons on tree work needing to be completed.Assist with any aspect of tree work deem necessary to complete needed tree work on campus.Respond to after hour tree emergencies and storm related issues.Applications of fertilizers and pesticides associated to tree maintenance.Drive dump trucks to pick up debris and dump the debris in another location. Experience in grounds maintenanceExperience operating equipment to inlcude but not limited to: manual transmission tractor, skid steer, mini skid steer, chipper, chainsaws, and dump trucksWork a manual laboring job for an 8 hour shift/ 5 days a week.Work in adverse weather conditions (cold, heat, rain)Lift 75lbs frequently throughout the dayStand, stoop, bend, lift, squat and work with hands above headWork from a standard and extended ladderAbility to control lowering ropes for tree climbers and bucket truck workersWork from heights Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Athens, GA Salary: $40,500 or commensurate with experience Job Benefits: Benefits Eligible Application Deadline: Sun, 03/30/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/413080
