TREE TRIMMER I-II

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Monday, December 29, 2025 through

11:59 PM, Monday, January 26, 2026.

SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade Level I: $22.833 - $31.187 Hourly
Grade Level II: $24.633 - $33.589 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, trims tall trees and utilizes specialized equipment and techniques in the removal of excess, dead or diseased limbs or branches; utilizes power saws and hand tools; plants, prunes and removes trees; performs minor tree surgery work such as treating cut surfaces; observes safety rules and regulations; drives 2-axle or 3-axle vehicle; drives a 16-yard capacity trash truck for the disposal of limbs and/or branches; supervises work of subordinates; performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Two years of professional, paid full-time equivalent experience, in the trimming and shaping of tall trees requiring the use of chain saws, ropes, slings, aerial towers, and gear other than ladders.

OPPORTUNITES FOR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE

Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.
Successful completion of an approved training program in arboriculture or tree maintenance may be substituted for six months of the required experience (proof required).*

Proof of required documents, such as degrees and transcripts must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency.

Valid Class B driver's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of selection.

Willingness to serve on 24-hour call for emergency service and to work holidays and weekends when necessary. (The City's Tree Trimmers are required to work some holidays and weekends regularly).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Arborist or Tree Worker Certification.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application Packet and Supplemental Application........................Qualifying
Performance Examination......................................................................100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of exam results. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by January 16, 2026, will be invited with Test #01 candidates to the performance examination.

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-7008.

An Equal Employment Opportunity

J.O.B. J66AN-26 TT:TM HR APPROVAL 12/29/2025

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 1/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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