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Urban Forestry Crew Technician (Seasonal)

Employer
Trees Atlanta
Location
Atlanta, GA
Closing date
Apr 25, 2019

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Focus Areas
Environment
Job Function
Conservation, Facilities / Equipment
Position Type
Part Time, Temporary / Seasonal
Degree Level
High School
Willingness to Travel
up to 25%
Experience Level
Entry-level

Job Details

Urban Forestry Crew Technician


Employment Type: Part-Time (Seasonal/Temporary)
Employment Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Data and Logistics Manager
Salary: $13.50/hour

Job Description
Trees Atlanta is looking for an Urban Forestry Crew Technician to lead and assist with all aspects of the maintenance (target species removal, watering, mulching, fertilizing, treating, pruning, assessing, & etc.) of Atlanta’s public right-of-way, park trees, and greenspaces to sustain the health and vigor of Atlanta’s urban canopy.

The Urban Forestry Crew Technician will:

  • Co-leading groups of volunteers (3-20 people) on weekly maintenance projects.
  • Assist with facilitation of watering schedule for new plants. 
  • Assist with facilitation of an target species removal for all greenspace projects. 
  • Assist with execution of seasonal fertilization and spraying regiment to abate invasive weeds and pests, as directed by their supervisor.
  • Liaise with the public as a responsible ambassador to communicate the mission for Trees Atlanta while working in the field.

Requirements:

  • A valid driver’s license and a clean record.
  • Proficiency in pickup truck and trailer driving.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with much bending, lifting, and shoveling.
  • Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions. The majority of Urban Forestry Crew work is performed outdoors. 
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with much bending, lifting, and shoveling. 
  • Willingness to work as part of a team and effectively communicate with other team members.
  • Have great leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to effectively and efficiently maintain and complete projects. 
  • Updated tetanus shot.


This position starts with a 90 day probationary period. Hours are adjusted to meet seasonal part-time needs. Trees Atlanta optimizes work efficiency through this flexible line-up without compromising the quality of our work. THIS ASSIGNMENT IS TEMPORARY FOR the SPRING AND SUMMER MAINTENANCE SEASON. 

To Apply:
Please submit an employment application. Applicants must upload a cover letter and a resume in order to complete and submit the application. In your cover letter please describe a scenario or past experience where you have exhibited accountability, adaptability, and motivating others.  

DO NOT APPLY THROUGH WORK FOR GOOD! - Please submit your application on the company website here: https://jobapply.page.link/8SEP

*All final candidates will be required to pass both a criminal background check and drug screening before a hiring decision is made.*

Company

Become a part of our team!

If you are passionate about trees, possess a “can do” attitude, and love to be involved in the community, then Trees Atlanta just might be the place to plant yourself! Our dynamic team is dedicated to the Trees Atlanta mission, and we welcome your interest in sharing our vision.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Trees Atlanta

We plan to provide quarterly updates on specific actions that we are taking to improve and become a better organization. Our goal is to better represent our community by increasing diversity in our staff, our board, and through partnerships with the Black community as we protect and improve Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating.

The Georgia Center for Non-Profits and The Home Depot Foundation recently hosted a virtual, educational event entitled “Building Equity Leadership”, featuring The Living Cities Journey. This national organization has been working hard for over six years improving diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their team and had many learnings to share.

One of our key takeaways is that working on these issues is much like working to be a better person. First, we must recognize that there is work to be done. Then, as we determine areas for improvement and focus on actions to change, we need to understand that the work is a journey, not a one-time event. We must continually evaluate where we are and the progress that we’ve made, aiming for ongoing, consistent improvement.

That lesson resonates with us here at Trees Atlanta as we work diligently to improve how we operate internally and throughout our community.

Our hope is that we are on the journey to eliminate our own biases and improve outcomes for all our constituents. There is much work to be done and heavy lifting to be completed, but we are committed to these efforts and convinced they will enable us to become better people and a better organization.

Company info
Website
Telephone
404-522-4097
Location
825 Warner St SW
Atlanta
GA
30310
United States

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