LTE Urban Forestry Technician

Sun Prairie, MT - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 20

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this role will be to assist the Urban Forestry Department with daily tasks related to the maintenance and upkeep of all publicly managed trees withing the City of Sun Prairie. These tasks may include tree removals pruning watering mulching planting tree staking plant health care (PHC) practices (e.g. EAB treatments) stump grinding and ecological restoration activities. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with various park maintenance activities such as snow removal and special event support. This is a great opportunity for somebody currently pursuing a degree or career in Arboriculture Urban Forestry and/or Natural Resources!

Essential Job Functions

Safely operate handsaws pole saws chainsaws brush cutters chippers mini-loaders and all other tools and machines common to Urban Forestry practices.
Assist with tree removal procedures i.e. drag and chip brush haul wood perform ground rigging duties work site management and clean up.
Perform pruning of public trees according to industry BMPs and ANSI A300 standards via aerial lift truck and/or rope and climbing harness.
Assist with stump grinding and soil remediation procedures.
Assist with the Spring and Fall planting sessions i.e. site analysis planting tree staking GIS tree inventory data collection/updating watering and mulching.
Update work orders and tree inventory via GIS software.
Remove/manage invasive species within City parks and natural areas.
Perform PHC practices such as trunk injections and root excavations.
Assist with snow removal activities as needed.
Assist with parks and facility maintenance activities as needed.
Assist with special event support as needed.

Requirements of Work

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid non-probationary Wisconsin drivers license.
Knowledge of all current and up-to-date tree care procedures.
Experience in identification of tree species (scientific and common name) as well as select varieties/cultivars.
Ability to be on feet/walking for majority of the work day lift and carry 50 lbs. and perform work in all types of inclement weather.
Ability to use several types of forestry tools and equipment including DBH tapes calipers clinometers and GPS software and devices.
Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
Must be able towork outdoors in year-round weather conditions.
Must be able to sustain prolonged and repetitive squatting bending and stooping while performing tasks such as brush collection.

Other Job Functions

Working towards a degree in Urban Forestry or Natural Resources preferred OR a combination of education and work experiences that provide adequate knowledge to complete the required work.
Opportunity for internship credit(s) depending on program requirements.
Opportunity to cross train in ecological restoration projects invasive species management parks maintenance and operations event support and recreational programming if interested.
Additional work hours may be available on select nights and weekends.
Occasional exposure to construction site conditions including noise levels and other hazards (PPE provided).

The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.

: The City of Sun Prairie is committed to advancing equity honoring our diverse identity and creating an inclusive culture. These serve as our guiding principles every day in all that we do. Keep us accountable to this mission and join us in this commitment to a thriving Sun Prairie as you live work and play. If you need an accommodation during the hiring process please contact Human Resources at or.

Required Experience:

Essential Job Functions

Safely operate handsaws pole saws chainsaws brush cutters chippers mini-loaders and all other tools and machines common to Urban Forestry practices.
Assist with tree removal procedures i.e. drag and chip brush haul wood perform ground rigging duties work site management and clean up.
Perform pruning of public trees according to industry BMPs and ANSI A300 standards via aerial lift truck and/or rope and climbing harness.
Assist with stump grinding and soil remediation procedures.
Assist with the Spring and Fall planting sessions i.e. site analysis planting tree staking GIS tree inventory data collection/updating watering and mulching.
Update work orders and tree inventory via GIS software.
Remove/manage invasive species within City parks and natural areas.
Perform PHC practices such as trunk injections and root excavations.
Assist with snow removal activities as needed.
Assist with parks and facility maintenance activities as needed.
Assist with special event support as needed.

Requirements of Work

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid non-probationary Wisconsin drivers license.
Knowledge of all current and up-to-date tree care procedures.
Experience in identification of tree species (scientific and common name) as well as select varieties/cultivars.
Ability to be on feet/walking for majority of the work day lift and carry 50 lbs. and perform work in all types of inclement weather.
Ability to use several types of forestry tools and equipment including DBH tapes calipers clinometers and GPS software and devices.
Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
Must be able towork outdoors in year-round weather conditions.
Must be able to sustain prolonged and repetitive squatting bending and stooping while performing tasks such as brush collection.

Other Job Functions

Working towards a degree in Urban Forestry or Natural Resources preferred OR a combination of education and work experiences that provide adequate knowledge to complete the required work.
Opportunity for internship credit(s) depending on program requirements.
Opportunity to cross train in ecological restoration projects invasive species management parks maintenance and operations event support and recreational programming if interested.
Additional work hours may be available on select nights and weekends.
Occasional exposure to construction site conditions including noise levels and other hazards (PPE provided).

: The City of Sun Prairie is committed to advancing equity honoring our diverse identity and creating an inclusive culture. These serve as our guiding principles every day in all that we do. Keep us accountable to this mission and join us in this commitment to a thriving Sun Prairie as you live work and play. If you need an accommodation during the hiring process please contact Human Resources at or.

Required Experience: