<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/20/25</p> <p>Applications Due03/31/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID183285</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyTransportation, Department of</p> <p>TitleTree Pruner</p> <p>Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance</p> <p>Salary Grade08</p> <p>Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $58455 to $58455 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 10%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 40</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 6:30 AM</p> <p>To 3 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? Yes</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Saratoga</p> <p>Street Address Transportation Maintenance - Regional Crews</p> <p>351 West Ave</p> <p>City Saratoga</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12866</p> <p>Duties Description Duties include climbing, topping, pruning, and felling trees; rigging ropes and tack line for self; using power saws and other tools and equipment; installing guying and bracing; repairing cavities; caring for trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers by spraying, dusting, and feeding; and applying herbicides for brush and weed control. The individual selected will be offered to obtain and maintain Certified Commercial Pesticide Technician status and Line Clearance Arborist Certification (or equivalent) at the next available opportunity. Operating need for the Regional Tree Crew is preferred that the selected candidate obtain the following certifications within one (1) year of appointment to the position:</p> <ul> <li>(CUT) Tree Cutting Skills </li><li>(B99) Aerial Lift </li><li>(B24) Log Loader </li><li>(F95) Wood Chipper </li><li>(G23) Stump Grinder </li></ul> <p>During the Winter Maintenance Season, the individual selected will be assigned to a winter maintenance shift and is required to perform snow and ice operations. The candidate must be able to respond to emergency callouts within one (1) hour during inclement weather.</p> <p>Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Six months of experience climbing and pruning trees AND must meet the physical and medical standards*. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.</p> <ul> <li>Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.</p> <p>"The starting salary for Tree Pruner is $58,455. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $48,294 with an additional geographic pay differential of $10,161 specific to this title and location.</p> <p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>____</strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></p> <p>The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.</p> <p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>____</strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></p> <p>In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Region 1 Administrative Group</p> <p>Telephone</p> <p>Fax (518) 474-1882</p> <p>Email Address dot.sm.r01.administration@dot.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street NYS Department of Transportation</p> <p>50 Wolf Road, Suite 1s50</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12232</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R01-25-030 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than March 31st, 2025 to dot.sm.r01.administration@dot.ny.gov.</p>