Arborist
About The Position
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Do you enjoy working outdoors, planting and maintaining trees? Join the North Carolina Zoo during an exciting period of growth as we prepare for the opening of Asia! The North Carolina Zoo is seeking two self-motivated and team-oriented Arborists to join our Arbor Team.
Requirements
- High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of progressive experience in horticultural work; OR Associate's degree in agriculture and natural resources, greenhouse and grounds maintenance, horticulture technology, landscape gardening or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
- Must be able to climb trees using tree climbing harness and ropes.
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job for extended and irregular periods, under adverse conditions in all extremes of weather.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of aggregate material to a height of 18 inches and transport it laterally a distance of 4.5 feet on a frequent basis.
Nice To Haves
- Proven knowledge of tree identification, condition/health and maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and maintenance.
- Proven experience with the operation of light and/or heavy equipment such as bobcats, backhoes, and aerial lift/or devices.
- Tree climbing experience and ability to follow safety guidelines.
- Experience organizing and planning projects, reading landscape plans and utility maps, and identifying tree species.
- Experience with computers for research, data entry and/or record keeping.
- May require North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License
Responsibilities
- Performs daily maintenance of Zoo's tree collection throughout its grounds, animal habitats, and off-site locations.
- Knowledge of exterior landscape, tree collections, and the use of tree climbing harness and ropes, aerial lift devices including boom lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks.
- Responsible for tree maintenance/landscape construction, team leading/projects, equipment operation, record keeping and public relations.
- Interact with guests to answer questions and provide information requiring thorough knowledge of the tree collection.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of $2500 is being offered for eligible candidates.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
