Eastern Region Arborist – In-Training: Tree Care & Risk

State-of-Washington-Parks-and-Recreation-Commissio; East Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 48,048 - 82,440; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission seeks an experienced Arborist (NRS 3 In-Training) for the Eastern Region based in East Wenatchee, WA. The role focuses on high-level arboriculture work, tree risk management, and specialist forestry services within a six-person expert team.

Candidates will work on felling, pruning, planting, and plant-health care, with in-training progression to the Natural Resource Specialist 3 level.

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture/tree care including pruning and removal.
• Ability to maintain comprehensive records of inspections and work performed.
• Strong safety culture and adherence to agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct eastern Washington arboricultural field work.
• Maintain records on tree assessments, maintenance, monitoring, pruning, and removal.
• Assess tree risk to guide management decisions.
• Coordinate with crew to remove trees and reduce hazards.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment used in tree care.
• Ensure compliance with safety and agency standards.

Skills

Tree Risk Assessment

Arboriculture Techniques

Heavy Equipment

Safety Compliance

Education

Forestry/Arboriculture degree

ISA Certified Arborist

Tree Risk Assessor qualification

Tools

GIS/GPS software

Job description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission seeks an experienced Arborist (NRS 3 In-Training) for the Eastern Region based in East Wenatchee, WA. The role focuses on high-level arboriculture work, tree risk management, and specialist forestry services within a six-person expert team.

Candidates will work on felling, pruning, planting, and plant-health care, with in-training progression to the Natural Resource Specialist 3 level.