General Tree Maintenance Foreperson

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Brief Job Description (essential functions of the position):

Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance, supervises the crews assigned to the general maintenance of trees under the jurisdiction of the Boston Parks & Recreation Dept. and does related work as required. 

Responsibilities:

* Directs foremen and contractors in supervising the maintenance of trees on City of Boston property throughout the city.
* Responsible for identifying tree problems and recommending remedial action to be taken.
* Confers with supervisor on major problems and recommends solutions. 
* Reviews the scheduling and progress of work performed by the foremen and crew assigned to the Park Department Tree Unit.
* Requisitions and supervises the distribution of materials and supplies.
* Inspects work to ensure that it is performed correctly and safely.
* Checks daily work schedule and prepares reports. 
* Works with constituent services to ensure accuracy of database. 
* Performs related work as required.

Qualifications:

*  At least three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the technical aspects of tree maintenance, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. 
* Must have considerable knowledge of tree maintenance and the operation, maintenance, and management of tree-related equipment.
* Ability to plan, supervise, and train tree maintenance personnel.
* Ability to program tree maintenance activities.
* Ability to identify trees and tree problems and recommend remedial action.
* Ability to provide advice in purchasing tree maintenance equipment and supplies.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, associates, contractors, administrators, and the general public. 
* Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

Must have a current valid Massachusetts Driver License (CDL license preferred).

Pre-employment drug test is required.

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO RESPOND TO EMERGENCIES 24 HRS. PER DAY/ SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK.

Employment Site: Working out of Franklin Park Service Yard.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

 Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA1-18

 Hours per week: 40

Please refer to the Salary Information section on the Boston Career Center site for more information on compensation. For each Salary Plan, salaries are listed by Grade and Step.
			

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