Temporary Laborer: Forestry – Tree Watering

A2gov; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A2gov in Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking a Temporary Laborer: Forestry - Tree Watering for 9 months. This semi-skilled role involves watering street trees and supporting tree maintenance crews, with hands-on ground work, handling tools, and basic traffic control.

Starting hourly rate is $18.22. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to follow directions, work in a team, have a valid driver's license, and safely operate a vehicle for local travel.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to take instructions; work in a team environment and serve the public.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive locally.
• Must safely operate a motor vehicle for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Water street trees and assist in tree maintenance activities.
• Perform ground work for trimming/removal operations.
• Operate chainsaws and hand tools as required.
• Assist in street traffic control using cones and stop/slow signals.
• Walk on curbs, load/unload equipment, and wind hose reels.

Skills

Teamwork

Public service

Instruction following

Vehicle operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Temporary Laborer: Forestry - Tree Watering

Job Category: AFSCME Like Temp Job

Requisition Number: TEMPO003164

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

Temporary Laborer: Forestry - Tree Watering

Starting Hourly Rate: $18.22, Full-Time for 9 months

Nature of Work : This is semi-skilled work including watering street trees and serving as a ground worker on various types of tree maintenance activities. Work involves performing necessary manual tasks on the ground to assist a tree trimming or removal operation, including picking up limbs and raking. Operates chainsaws, hand tools, assists in stump removal, traffic control (working in a roadway, setting up cones/temporary signs, removing these devices and utilizing a stop/slow paddle to control vehicle flow), and related work as required. Will be required to walk up and down curbs, drive a pickup truck and wind the hose on a reel.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• Ability to take instructions; work in a team environment and serve the public
• Valid driver's license
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle as he/she will be required to drive a vehicle for local travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to identity tree species
• Experience in operating chainsaws and related equipment
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time

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