Urban Forester: Tree Care & Urban Forestry

Eagle Mountain City; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Mountain City is seeking a dedicated urban forestry worker to perform semi-skilled duties in care, pruning, planting and management of city-owned trees and landscape areas. You will inspect trees, perform maintenance, and assist with public education and Arbor Day activities.

The role requires 1-2 years in forestry or related field, a high school diploma, and the ability to operate equipment safely in varying weather conditions. CDL may be required in some cases.

Qualifications

• One to Two (1-2) years experience in forestry, botany, arboriculture, horticulture, forestry, silviculture, ecology or related field.
• High School Diploma.
• Considerable knowledge of maintenance equipment and safety precautions associated with equipment operations.
• Ability to lift 35-50 pounds frequently and up to 75-100 pounds occasionally; able to work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inspection of trees for removal or pruning and schedule inspections.
• Perform routine tree maintenance, plant and transplant trees, and determine pruning or removal needs.
• Operate small to light equipment such as chainsaws, backhoes, loaders, and hand tools.
• Assist public with arboriculture information and conduct public relations activities as needed.
• Maintain inventory of city trees and related records; supervise volunteer crews collecting data.

Skills

Forestry experience

Equipment operation

Public relations

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Backhoe

Loader

Dump truck

Mowers

Tractor

Power overseeders

Aerators

Thatchers

Trimmers

Job description

Eagle Mountain City is seeking a dedicated urban forestry worker to perform semi-skilled duties in care, pruning, planting and management of city-owned trees and landscape areas. You will inspect trees, perform maintenance, and assist with public education and Arbor Day activities.

The role requires 1-2 years in forestry or related field, a high school diploma, and the ability to operate equipment safely in varying weather conditions. CDL may be required in some cases.