Urban Horticulture & Forestry Technician

City of Idaho Falls; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

PERSI retirement

Job summary

The City of Idaho Falls is seeking a Horticulturist/Forestry Technician to support planting and care of trees, shrubs, and flowers on City property. You will assist with beautification projects, apply approved pesticides, and supervise seasonal staff under supervision of Parks leadership.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in forestry or related field, 2 years of relevant experience, and ability to obtain a CDL and professional licenses within six months.

Qualifications

• A. Graduation from college with an Associate's Degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Botany or related field.
• B. Two (2) years of experience as a botanist, forester, horticulturist or in similar duties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Special Qualifications include CDL, Professional Applicator License in ornamental pest, and ISA Certified Arborist certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in proper landscaping of parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and other property by planting, transplanting, fertilizing, and pruning.
• Operate and maintain horticultural equipment safely per ANSI standards.
• Perform pesticide, herbicide, and fungicide applications with correct mixtures.
• Maintain tree inventory records and assist golf course personnel on horticultural issues.
• Provide training and supervision to seasonal staff and laborers.

Skills

Botany

Landscape design

Pest management

Supervisory skills

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Botany or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

The City of Idaho Falls is seeking a Horticulturist/Forestry Technician to support planting and care of trees, shrubs, and flowers on City property. You will assist with beautification projects, apply approved pesticides, and supervise seasonal staff under supervision of Parks leadership.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in forestry or related field, 2 years of relevant experience, and ability to obtain a CDL and professional licenses within six months.