Apprentice Tree Climber

City of Aurora•Salt Lake City, UT

16d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Growth is the name of the game for our next Apprentice Tree Climber, and we are looking for someone ready to branch out into a rewarding forestry career. You will join a dedicated team maintaining the city’s canopy through pruning, planting, and essential ground operations. This role suits individuals who enjoy fresh air and don’t mind a workplace that occasionally requires a literal leap of faith. Candidates need 1,000 hours of recognized tree-trimmer training and a strong commitment to safety protocols. We value hard workers who can handle 24-hour emergency responses while keeping a professional attitude toward our citizens. Your office will have the best views in town as you help our local environment thrive one limb at a time. The deadline to submit applications is April 26, 2026. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. The hiring range for this role is $15.58 - $19.47/hour. Salary to be commensurate with experience. This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate can work up to 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, accrue paid time off, and receive 11 paid holidays.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
At least 1000 hours of training in a recognized a US Department of Labor Tree Trimmer Apprenticeship.
Hazards and safety practices common to tree maintenance operations.
Principles and techniques of job site safety and maintaining a safe work space
Follows the standard operating procedures of a safety sensitive work environment
Operates chipper
Courteously drives CDL city vehicles
Operates chainsaws and other hand tools
Maintains a safe work environment
Team player. Can coordinate activities with other crew members.
Ability to work in unpleasant and sometimes hazardous weather conditions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Able to learn technical material quickly and apply lessons consistently
Ability to learn skills and do tasks that require physical endurance
Valid driver’s license with clean driving history
Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License.
CPR and First Aid certification
TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist
TCIA Ground Operations Specialist
Core 4 Training

Nice To Haves

One year of manual labor experience in the green industries
And/or college level education in horticulture, natural resources, aboriculture, forestry, or related field

Responsibilities

Follows directives of technicians and lead worker on daily assignments
Prunes, grinds stumps, plants, and waters trees under supervision
Operates machinery needed in ground operations for tree maintenance
Educates and explains forestry standards of street tree maintenance to citizens
Serves as crew leader on volunteer work projects
Maintains equipment for daily use
Performs 24 hour emergency storm response and snow removal duties in coordination with other departments
Maintains a safe working environment
Performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Accrue paid time off
11 paid holidays
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities