Tree Specialist

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

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

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; recommend 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.
• Be alert for early indications of tree problems and communicate 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.

LBRE views a strong culture where everyone can thrive. It is a culture of trust and respect, where staff can be their authentic selves, feel safe and work in a place that they feel they belong.

• 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…