Job Description
ANNUAL SALARY $54,308 -- $79,364
The salary range for positions in the Department of Water and Power is $87,863 to $109,181
NOTES For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to .
Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
JOB DESCRIPTION A Tree Surgeon climbs, prunes, trims, treats, sprays, plants, fertilizes, transplants and removes trees along City streets and highways, in City parks, over or on private property, and on public grounds to eliminate hazardous conditions; prevent interference with traffic, traffic signals and high and low voltage conductors and equipment; and to preserve and maintain the trees.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS One year of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Tree Surgeon Assistant or in a class at that level performing tree trimming or treatment work;
One year of full-time paid experience as a tree surgeon, which includes climbing trees using spurs, climbers, ropes and safety belts and using power saws, aerial lifts, power winches, booms or similar equipment.
PROCESS NOTES A valid California Class B driver's license and valid medical certificate approved by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles are required for all positions either prior to the appointment or prior to the end of probation.
Applicants filing under Requirement #1, who are using their City of Los Angeles experience gained while working at the level of a Tree Surgeon Assistant, must submit with their application a City of Los Angeles "Verification of Work Experience" (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience performing tree trimming or treatment work.
Possession of a current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Worker Certificate is highly desirable but not required.
Achievement of a qualifying score on the optional written test for high voltage line clearance work is required if you wish to be considered for such positions with the Department of Water and Power.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions in the Department of Water and Power that require special skills and training. Candidates will be considered in the order of standing on the eligible list to fill such positions.
Applicant must be a "Qualified Line Clearance Tree Trimmer" as defined by the California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 2700 at the time of filing;
Have verifiable proof of 18 months on-the-job experience demonstrating familiarity with the special techniques and hazards involved in line clearance tree trimming operations;
Have verifiable proof of training or certification in electric line-clearance tree trimming operations by a qualified instructor or institution.
APPLICATION PROCESS Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin. Applications submitted before the start of the filing period will not be accepted.
Examination Weight:
Performance Test: 100%
The examination will consist entirely of a performance test. In the performance test, emphasis may be placed on the candidate's knowledge of tree trimming and removal procedures; safety practices and procedures; tools and equipment used in tree work and the proper maintenance of these tools; and the ability to observe, inspect and evaluate a tree.
SAFETY INFORMATION A harness will be provided by the City. However, candidates who wish to do so may bring their own harness, provided it is an approved tree climbing saddle.
In the performance test, candidates will be required to demonstrate the ability to tie various knots and hitches.
NOTES You may take this examination only once every 365 days.
This examination is based on a validation study.
As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability.
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