Green Infrastructure Tech II: Tree Care & Restoration

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical

Retirement plan

Career development

Wellness programs

Job summary

The City of Austin seeks a Green Infrastructure Technician II to maintain city green infrastructure assets, including trees, invasive species control, and restoration tasks across drainage easements and public lands.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, mowing, irrigation maintenance, plant identification, and adherence to safety procedures. This essential role supports climate resilience and requires outdoor work and lifting up to 50 pounds in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and relevant landscape/maintenance experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform green infrastructure maintenance including mowing, planting, pruning, seeding, weeding, and herbicide application.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, and sprayers.
• Inspect and maintain irrigation systems and related infrastructure.
• Prepare daily task logs and necessary documentation.
• Assist with safety procedures and training for crew members.

Skills

Safety regulations

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Plant identification

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Chipper

Tractor

Grapple Loader

Aerial lift

Job description

The City of Austin seeks a Green Infrastructure Technician II to maintain city green infrastructure assets, including trees, invasive species control, and restoration tasks across drainage easements and public lands.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, mowing, irrigation maintenance, plant identification, and adherence to safety procedures. This essential role supports climate resilience and requires outdoor work and lifting up to 50 pounds in varying conditions.