TREE TRIMMER - City of Torrance

 
The Division
The Public Works Streetscape Division is responsible for the maintenance and sustainability of the City’s urban forest which includes all trees in the public right of way. The division is also responsible for the landscape maintenance and improvements on city medians. 

The Position
Under general supervision, the Tree Trimmer trims, shapes, and cares for street trees; performs basic tree surgery; maintains and cares for the City's street trees to ensure public safety; prepares work site for tree trimming activities; sets up and removes traffic and pedestrian safety devices including cones, flags, signs, barricades, and caution tape; rims, removes, and maintains street trees from the ground, using aerial lifts, and through proper tree rigging procedures; plants and stakes street trees; responds to emergency calls for tree removal and trimming; follows applicable safety rules and regulations; and performs other related duties, as assigned.

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