Arborist — Small Trees Lead for Urban Forestry

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 3,871,000 - 4,838,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Educational programs for career growth

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

City of Aurora in Colorado is seeking an Arborist Small Tree Specialist to organize and lead ongoing street and park tree planting projects. You will supervise staff, coordinate stump grinding and planting contracts, and maintain tree data in GIS.

Essential duties include responding to residents, training crews, and handling emergency tree-related tasks. Strong knowledge of tree biology and safety are required for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10
• Experience in green industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute ongoing tree planting projects for street and park trees.
• Respond to residents about planting programs and maintenance.
• Plant, monitor, water, and prune young trees.
• Lead stump grinding and planting contracts.
• Train and supervise staff in stump grinding and planting operations.
• Update GIS inventory with planting and tree data.
• Perform emergency storm response and snow removal duties when needed.

Skills

Tree planting

Small tree care

Project management

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Aerial lift

Chipper

Forklift

Chainsaw

Job description

City of Aurora in Colorado is seeking an Arborist Small Tree Specialist to organize and lead ongoing street and park tree planting projects. You will supervise staff, coordinate stump grinding and planting contracts, and maintain tree data in GIS.

Essential duties include responding to residents, training crews, and handling emergency tree-related tasks. Strong knowledge of tree biology and safety are required for success.