Forestry Equipment Operator - Urban Tree Care & Parks

City of Beloit; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Beloit is seeking an Equipment Operator-Forestry in the Parks and Recreation Division of the Public Works Department. You will maintain city parks and green spaces and support the urban tree canopy through mowing, trimming, and related tree-care activities.

Under supervision, you will transport seedlings, prune and remove trees, combat pests and diseases, and assist in building structures to manage water flow and soil erosion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Class B CDL or ability to obtain within six months.
• FEMA IS-100 and IS-700 or ability to obtain within six months.
• At least one year in mowing, grounds maintenance, landscaping or related tree-care work.
• Other combinations of training/experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide grounds maintenance in city parks, green spaces and city-owned facilities.
• Perform tree-related work including transporting seedlings, trimming and removal, stump removal, and pest/disease control.
• Contribute to building structures to control water flow, erosion, and soil leaching.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Valid drivers license

Tree care basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months

FEMA IS-100 and IS-700 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

Job description

The City of Beloit is seeking an Equipment Operator-Forestry in the Parks and Recreation Division of the Public Works Department. You will maintain city parks and green spaces and support the urban tree canopy through mowing, trimming, and related tree-care activities.

Under supervision, you will transport seedlings, prune and remove trees, combat pests and diseases, and assist in building structures to manage water flow and soil erosion.