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20260174 Arborist Technician I/II
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
Department: Community Enrichment
Division: Parks, Recreation & Open Space (PROS)
Hiring Range: Arborist Tech I $24.12 - $26.80/hour
Arborist Tech II $30.15 - $33.50/hour
Monday – Friday, 6:30AM - 3:00PM
Regular Full-time with Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 401(a) Money Purchase Plan, Life & Survivor, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave, Sick, Vacation at start of employment, Holiday pay, EAP, Tuition Assistance.
Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.
Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible.
This is a fixed term position ending December 31, 2028.
Definition:
Tech I: Perform a variety of entry-level skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, including the operation and maintenance of various specialized equipment.
Tech II: Supports the City’s Urban Forestry Program which includes the health, safety and aesthetics of public trees within the City. Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, including the operation and maintenance of various specialized equipment.
Principal Duties:
Tech I:
· This is an entry-level position structured to train staff to assist with pruning, maintenance, and removal of City-owned trees and other vegetation in City parks, greenways, roadways, and City-facilities.
· Plant, stake, guy, mulch, and water shrubs and trees.
· Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools. Operate a chipper, stump grinder, water truck, skid steer, and/or tractors.
· Perform snow removal utilizing hand tools and motorized equipment.
· Assist with inquiries and complaints from the public related to sick, damaged, or hazardous trees and shrubs.
· Learn to identify tree species and inspect for health and safety.
· Assist in maintaining a tree inventory.
· Attends trainings, seminars, and meetings as required.
Tech II:
· Prune, remove and maintain City-owned trees and other vegetation with the use of rope and saddle, as well as an aerial lift truck at heights up to 70 feet.
· Respond to tree maintenance needs and storm damage concerns.
· Plant, water, and mulch trees.
· Assist in the identification of insect and disease issues and treat when directed by the City Forester.
· Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools. Operate various-sized trucks, aerial lift, grappler, chipper, stump grinder, water truck, skid steer, tractors, and tree treatment equipment.
· Performs tree maintenance operations in compliance with industry standards and specifications.
· Respond and resolve tree-related customer service requests.
· Perform snow removal utilizing hand tools and motorized equipment.
· Perform level one tree risk assessments for sick, damaged, or hazardous trees.
· Identify tree species common to the Front Range, and assist in the maintenance of the tree inventory, and record daily work.
· Assist with educational programs such as Arbor Day. Provide information to the public relative to tree care and arboricultural practices.
· May lead or work on a 2-4 person crew for technical urban forestry functions for tree care operations, and may oversee the direct the work of temporary employees
Working Environment:
Work is performed outside most of the time, under varied and extreme weather conditions. Ability to work in environmental conditions which may include excessive noise; dust, pollen, gases, oils, solvents, and/or chemicals including a variety of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers. Work requires considerable physical effort including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pulling, pushing, walking, and standing for extended periods of time. Work also involves the ability to perform duties at a variety of heights. Work may be performed on weekends; overtime and adjusted schedules may also be required. The candidate for this position must be able to meet the physical requirements necessary to do the job.
Qualifications:
Tech I: Prior arborist, horticultural, or landscape experience is preferred but not required.
Special Qualifications: Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Possession of or ability to obtain First Aid certifications within first 6 months of employment. Completion of or ability to complete defensive driving training within the first 6 months of employment.
Tech II: A minimum of 24 months experience comparable to an Arborist Technician I. Completion of defensive driving training plus additional related training approved by the Division within the first 6 months of employment.
Special Qualifications: Possession of or the ability to obtain the following licensing and/or certification within six months of hire:
- A valid class "B" CDL with airbrake endorsement
- Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP)
- First Aid and CPR Certification
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.
Selection
The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, physical abilities testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City Application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please apply as soon as possible. For more information, call (303) 651-8609.
The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs, recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
ALL CITY OF LONGMONT FACILITIES ARE SMOKE FREE
Pay: $24.12 - $33.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
