Forestry Foreman

Peoria Park District; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Vacation days

Holidays

Longevity bonus

Wellness program

Pension plan

Health plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Discounted classes

Free facility admissions

Job summary

The Peoria Park District in Peoria, IL seeks a Forestry Foreman to lead our park arboricultural operations. Under the Supervisor of Park Horticulture & Recreation Maintenance, you will direct tree removals, pruning, planting, and equipment upkeep.

This full-time role requires five years forestry experience, a junior college certificate in horticulture, and a valid CDL with air brakes. You will supervise staff, maintain safety records, and ensure compliance with arboriculture standards within our

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory experience in forestry operations.
• Strong knowledge of arboriculture standards and safety procedures.
• Familiarity with equipment used in tree removal and pruning.

Responsibilities

• Direct and perform the removal of dead and dangerous trees and stumps.
• Direct and perform pruning of trees to arboriculture standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate specialized arboricultural equipment.
• Plant and transplant young trees and shrubs.
• Requisition supplies and maintain maintenance records.
• Keep time records for Forestry crew.
• Follow safety procedures and support the safety program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervising staff

Coordination of tasks

Tree trimming safety

Record keeping

Education

Junior college certificate in horticulture

Advanced arboriculture training

Five years forestry experience

Tools

CDL Class A with airbrakes

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: EQUIPMENT SERVICE CENTER - PEORIA, IL 61604, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $34.15 - $36.65 Hourly, Duties: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Park Horticulture & Recreation Maintenance, the Forestry Foreman is responsible for:

• Directing and performing the removal of dead and dangerous trees and stumps in all areas maintained by the Park District.
• Directing and performing the pruning of trees to current arboriculture standards.
• Performing preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operating any specialized equipment needed in arboricultural work.
• Planting and transplanting young trees and shrubs.
• Requisitioning supplies and equipment required for the work of the Forestry crew and keeping maintenance records of the same.
• Keeping time records of employees assigned to the Forestry crew.
• Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supporting all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach, walk, pull, push, kneel, squat, and bend at the waist and knees.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to balance on ladders, uneven surfaces, and in buckets on trucks.
• Ability to operate vibratory tools as needed to complete job duties.
• Ability to operate power machinery relative to job duties.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles weighing 16 tons.
• Ability to understand and complete record keeping and paperwork relative to job duties.

Qualifications:

Education: Junior college certificate with a major in horticulture or related field required. Advanced training in arboriculture is desirable.

Experience: A minimum of five years in forestry work and the operation of equipment used in tree removal and major pruning.

Personal: Work record that shows reliability, strength and agility, mechanical aptitude, willingness and ability to work at heights in trees; freedom from vertigo and dizziness.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Working knowledge of forestry operation methods, and skills with specialized arboricultural equipment and hand tools.
• Must maintain a valid Illinois State Class A 'CDL' Driver's License with airbrakes endorsement.
• Requires the ability to supervise the activities of subordinate staff.
• Requires the ability to coordinate and direct the activities of assigned work.
• Requires the ability to direct the safe and efficient trimming and felling of trees.

This position is represented by the Teamsters Local Union 627.

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid sick days, vacation days, and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participating.
• Exceptional health plan.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Full-time employees and dependents enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.