Assistant Arborist Jobs

Development and manage the tree budget and expenditures.

Coordinates tree related efforts with the Horticulture Supervisor, Park Ecologist and Horticulture Project Manager.

Directs the pruning, removals and maintenance of trees under the care of Forest Park Forever

Provides technical information and recommendations on capital and maintenance projects design and construction.

Provide direction to large event permittees regarding tree protection.

Initiates and oversees tree removal and tree care contracts under the direction of Forest Park Forever.

Experience using computer maintenance management systems.

Tree risk assessment qualification (TRAQ certification)

Inspect trees for disease, insect infestation, pruning or other requirements.

Excellent communication and writing skills.

Good organizational and documentation skills

Five years of experience or responsible arborist-related work involving tree planning, consultation, pruning, removals, and chemical application and,

At least three months experience operating equipment, such as a lift, loader, bucket truck, etc.

One year experience working as a grounds man for an arborist

Six months experience working as a tree climber

Six months experience working in a public garden

Six months experience working in landscaping or a related field

Demonstrated knowledge of climbing, knots, pruning practices, and basic horticulture practices are a plus