"Tree Specialist 2"

Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate

Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University's physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university's academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford's 8,180 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as "Caretakers of a Legacy."

The Mission of the Stanford University Grounds Services Department is to provide a beautiful and safe outdoor experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

We pride ourselves in being the in-house service of choice since the University began. We provide a stewardship role in the proper care of all outdoor facilities. We are prompt, efficient, and professional in appearance and duties. We "tailor make" our services and are immediately responsive to our diverse clientele.

Department: Grounds
Job Code: 8098
Range: A26
Exemption: Non-Exempt, Bargaining Union
Location: 560 Fremont Road, Stanford CA

What you will do in this role

You will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Under the direction of a lead or supervisor or the oversight of a Tree Specialist II, you will perform a variety of duties related to maintenance and care of trees; some duties are performed in training capacity.
• Under the direction of a lead or supervisor, employees in this classification perform complex Tree Specialist duties.
• Employees in this classification maintain and care of trees on campus for acceptable physical appearance and healthy condition. Most work is performed independently following consultation with the supervisor. The supervisor determines the priorities of jobs.
• Tree Specialist IIs instruct and provide close guidance to a team throughout an operation. They promote learning and following all necessary safety procedures.
• Diagnose common diseases, pests and other problems in trees; recommends care and treatment.
• Prune or remove whole trees.
• Perform or oversee spray treatment for diseased or pest-infested trees; prepare and use sprays and advise and instruct others in spraying.
• Suggest replacement of trees.
• Is alert for early indications of tree problems and communicates concern to lead or supervisor.
• May oversee the work of other employees assigned to assist; may guide employees.
• Oversee or perform limb and stump chipping.
• May perform any of the duties described in the Tree Specialist I specification or other duties as assigned which are:
  • Remove parts of trees, or assist in the removal of whole trees.
  • Prune and perform other operations as directed to maintain good physical appearance and healthy conditions of trees for continued growth.
  • May spray or power wash trees. Under direction, set up and use high-work safety equipment, such as rope and saddle apparatus.
  • Follow safety procedures as specified for all equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Other duties may also be assigned

The successful candidate will embrace the following:

LBRE Core Values of Leadership, Exploration, Gratitude, Accountability, Community and You, in their management style and help to build an organization where these qualities serve as the foundation for successful and rewarding careers for all employees.

To be successful in this role you must bring

• High School diploma or GED and three years' experience in the Arboriculture trade, grounds work, grounds keeping, tree equipment operation, and/or related work, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Tree Specialist II has all of the qualifications described in the Tree Specialist I specification plus the following qualifications:
• Must be proficient in all the skills of tree working, such as pruning, limb removing, and similar typical duties.
• Strong plant identification knowledge.
• Must be proficient in the use of all hand and power tools required, including when working at heights up to approximately 120 feet and from a variety of apparatus, such as ropes and saddles, and boom lift trucks.
• Ability to choose appropriate tools and equipment for each job.
• Ability to recognize and diagnose all problems with common tree diseases.
• Must have a practical knowledge of the growth characteristics and requirements of the trees. Knowledge of the safety procedures required in the work, including what particular apparatus and methods should be used for a given job.
• Tree Specialist 1 requirements
  • Practical knowledge of growth requirements of plants and trees in general and/or practical knowledge of grounds equipment.
  • Basic tree identification knowledge.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills (both verbal and written). Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions given in English, either verbally or in writing.
  • Basic computer systems knowledge for work order and time entry.
  • Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and equipment, as directed: including but not limited to power chain saws, stump grinders, chippers, pruners, tractors, farm implements, boom lift trucks.

Additional Information

Certificates and Licenses Required:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License.
• Prefer Class A Commercial Driver License.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to drive day or night.
• Must have Tree Worker Certification. Certified Arborist preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class C Driver's License.
• Ability to climb and work as high as 120 feet.
• Constantly stand/walk, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, each/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 lbs.
• Frequently use a telephone, perform work which requires light/fine/forceful grasping, operate hand/or foot controls, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 20-40lbs unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Occasionally perform seated work, desk-based computer tasks, write by hand, kneel/crawl, shovel/rake/sweep/chop, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh greater than 40lbs unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts.

Working Conditions

• Required to wear appropriate issued uniform.
• May be required to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, including holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• May be exposed to poison oak, pollen, dust and/or other allergens, and/or insects including ticks.

The expected pay range for this position is $40.19 to $48.60 per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 8098
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: A26
Requisition ID: 108006
Work Arrangement: On Site