Tree Care Apprentice – Urban Forestry Pathways

Trees Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Professional development

Positive environmental impact

Career pathways

Earn while you learn

Job summary

Trees Atlanta, in partnership with Urban Forestry Pathways (UFOR), offers a 10-week, full-time paid on-the-job training in Atlanta. Crew Members will plant and care for trees along the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum greenspaces, learning pruning, tool use, and basic arborist skills under supervision. No prior experience required.

Eligibility: ages 18–30. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–3:30 pm. The program emphasizes teamwork, safety, and environmental stewardship, with hands-on training and

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and engage in outdoor work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Interest in environmental conservation and learning the benefits of trees in city neighborhoods.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• No prior experience required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planting and maintaining trees along the Atlanta Beltline.
• Follow instructions from the team lead and Trees Atlanta partners to ensure safe and effective work practices.
• Learn and apply safe tool use, pruning techniques, and other arborist skills.
• Participate in structured training sessions to develop professional and personal skills.
• Engage in team activities and contribute to the overall success of the program.
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude towards environmental preservation and community beautification.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Outdoor work

Job description

Trees Atlanta, in partnership with Urban Forestry Pathways (UFOR), offers a 10-week, full-time paid on-the-job training in Atlanta. Crew Members will plant and care for trees along the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum greenspaces, learning pruning, tool use, and basic arborist skills under supervision. No prior experience required.

Eligibility: ages 18–30. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–3:30 pm. The program emphasizes teamwork, safety, and environmental stewardship, with hands-on training and