The posting
Main dutiesand responsibilities:
Landscapeworker shall perform the following duties.
1. TreeInspection & Work Preparation
· Check trees for visible defects such as deadbranches, cracks, cavities, decay or unusual leaning.
· Check the work area for hazards.
· Set up the work zone, barriers and warningsigns.
· Report unsafe trees or conditions to thesupervisor/arborist.
2. TreePruning
· Remove dead, damaged or specified branches.
· Carry out pruning according to workinstructions.
3. TreeRemoval
· Assist with removal of unsafe or designatedtrees.
· Assist with ropes, rigging and lowering brancheswhere trained.
4. TreePlanting & Transplanting
· Prepare planting holes.
· Handle root balls carefully.
· Plant trees at the correct level.
· Install stakes/supports where required.
· Water and mulch newly planted trees.
· Assist with tree transplanting operations.
5.Excavation Work
· Dig the soil for tree planting, transplantingroots and stump removal works.
· Check for underground services and report tosupervisors.
· Use excavator, auger or other machinery onlywhen trained and authorized.
6. Tree Maintenance
· Mulching, fertilizing, weeding, etc….
7. Pest& Disease Observation
· Look for insects, fungi, abnormal leaves andother signs of tree problems.
· Report findings to the supervisor/arborist.



