Park/Water Projects Technician

Austin Community College; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

Vibrant work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A governmental organization in Philadelphia seeks an Arboriculture Technician to assist in various landscaping projects, ensuring contractor compliance with contracts and standards. Applicants should possess 60 college credits in related fields and two years of relevant experience. If you are passionate about green infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the community.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of 60 college credits in horticulture, arboriculture, landscape design, agronomy, or environmental science.
• Two years of experience in arboriculture or landscape maintenance or natural lands restoration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspection and monitoring of landscaping projects.
• Ensure contractors comply with contract terms and quality standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and departmental officials.

Skills

Arboriculture experience

Landscape maintenance

Natural lands restoration

Education

60 college credits in horticulture or related field

Job description

All applications will be accepted from 11/24/2025 to 12/7/2025.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

General Job Description: This is technical arboriculture, landscape or green stormwater infrastructure landscape or natural lands restoration work assisting the contract administrator in the inspection and monitoring of landscape, installation, maintenance or construction, or tree planting, trimming and removal projects, and natural lands restoration projects. Employees in this class are responsible for ensuring that contractors comply with terms of contracts, plans and specifications and meet current standards for quality of work. Coordination with contractors, vendors and departmental officials is a significant aspect of the work. Work is performed under the general direction of an administrative supervisor.

The Requirements are as follows

Successful completion of 60 college credits at an accredited college or university or technical school with major course work in horticulture, arboriculture, landscape design, agronomy, environmental science or closely related field.

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

OPTION 1:

Two years of experience in arboriculture.

OPTION 2:

Two years of experience in landscape maintenance.

OPTION 3:

Two years of experience planning, implementing, monitoring and maintaining natural lands restoration projects for a large urban park system.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Jenna Smith. You can contact Nashe at [e-mail].

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: [e-mail]