Arborist 1 (Trainee Eligible)*

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The City of Madison Streets and Urban Forestry Division is looking for its next Arborists! The successful candidates will perform skilled manual work involving the care and maintenance of City trees within proper safety guidelines. The work includes pruning, insect/disease treatment, technical tree removal; the preparation and planting of new trees; and the maintenance of related equipment. Work is performed under the general leadership of an Arborist 2 with overall supervision received from a Forestry Foreperson. The current recruitment is to fill two (2) vacant positions This recruitment will create an eligible list that will be used to fill additional Arborist 1 positions that may become vacant in the next six (6) months ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years of responsible experience in tree pruning and related tree care activities which involved significant experience in operating specialized tree trimming/pruning equipment. -OR- Two (2) years applying the following: Tree identification, tree care, and the methods, techniques, and equipment used in pruning, insect and disease management, planting, and removal of trees. Equipment and techniques necessary to perform the work safely. Climbing trees and/or working with equipment at varying heights and angles. Familiarity with the following: Tree insects and diseases. Computers and computer software applicable to the duties of the position. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.cityofmadison.com/jobs