Community ForesterArborist

Help Keep Mount Horeb Green and Growing!

COMMUNITY FORESTER/ARBORIST

Public Services Department Full-Time

Starting Pay: $28.00/hour minimum depending on qualifications.

The Village of Mount Horeb is seeking a Community Forester/Arborist to care for the trees and public spaces that make our community a great place to live. If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in hands-on work join our Public Services team!

What youll do: Plant prune assess plan maintain and remove trees along Village streets and in parks. Operate forestry equipment and assist with park and facility maintenance and snow removal. Occasional evening weekend and emergency work is required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and two years of professional experience in urban forestry or a related field required.
• Associates or bachelors degree in urban forestry arboriculture or a related field preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin drivers license and the required CDL or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• ISA Arborist Certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire preferred.

View the full Community Forester/Arborist position description

Exceptional benefits: The Village participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and the Local Employer Health Insurance Program through the Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF). Paid training and memberships are also provided.

View the full 2026 Benefits Listing

Application Instructions:Complete the online job application. As part of the online application you must upload your cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The position will remain open until filled.

Questions Contact Public Services Director Jeff Gorman at or .