Seasonal Tree Worker Helper; MVO

Duties

The typical seasonal entry‑on‑duty period is April through June but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty:
April or May 2026.

Duty Locations are:

• Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
• Yosemite National Park

Works as member of the parks forestry road crew performing tree/brush hazard removal operations. Operates tree removal equipment to include chain saws, brush chipper, pruning saws, and stump cutter/gobbler. Under direct/close supervision and following directions, helps journeyman tree workers by assisting in felling, jacking, wedging, flushing, trimming, pruning and/or removal, and rigging which consists of applying cable and/or nylon straps and iron snatch blocks to anchor tree for pulling.

Repairs damaged turf from tree and stump removal. Assists in planting, pruning, shearing and general maintenance or repair of landscapes associated with project work. Treats stumps and hand‑loads dump trucks. Performs a variety of manual labor tasks associated with the forestry and roads operations such as handling asphalt by shovel and rake, cleaning ditch lines and culverts, roadside brushing, sweeping and traffic flagging.

The incumbent is required to use heavy physical effort to operate chain saws, and to move logs, brush, etc. Frequent lifting and moving objects weighing up to 75 pounds is required while loading trucks, handling equipment, moving limbs, etc. The work performed frequently involves standing for long periods of time, walking long distances in difficult terrain, bending, stooping, climbing, lifting and working in awkward positions/environments.

Work is performed outside in a variety of vegetation types, elevations and conditions. Terrain ranges from flat to steep, rocky, and covered in downed logs, limbs, and vegetation. Work is occasionally performed in bad weather and often in extreme temperatures. Special care must be taken when operating equipment. The incumbent is continually exposed to dirt, saw dust, petroleum products, falling limbs/trees, etc.

To reduce the dangers from these conditions, the incumbent follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment.