Community Forestry Seasonal Technician

Tree Trust • Saint Paul, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Forestry Seasonal Technician is integral to the success of Tree Trust’s community forestry program. This position supports all aspects of Tree Trust’s Community Forestry programming including volunteer tree planting and general care of trees within Tree Trust’s purview with a special emphasis on young tree care. We are seeking a responsible and passionate person interested in nature and urban forestry. Background knowledge of trees would be preferred but not required. The successful candidate will have the ability to pivot and can act independently to make informed decisions in the moment if needed. The position is physically demanding and involves early mornings, Saturdays, and some long days of up to 10 hours. Overtime is paid for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours: early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record as determined by our insurance provider, ability to safely drive and maneuver a large vehicle with a trailer.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle check as required by our insurer.
• Ability to obtain MNDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate within 15 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks.
• Working knowledge of tree identification as well as signs and symptoms of common tree issues.
• Exceptional record keeping and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills and the ability to work both as a team member and independently.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to creatively solve problems.
• Passion for people and trees.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred education or background in urban forestry, horticulture, biology, water resources, urban planning, or related field.
• A working knowledge of common computer software including MS Word, Excel, ArcGIS is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting new trees and site preparation for community forestry projects.
• Water newly planted trees under Tree Trust’s purview across the seven-county metro area.
• Perform additional maintenance on newly planted trees, including mulching, staking, and pruning.
• Drive Tree Trust trucks and pull water tanks to job sites within the seven-county metro area.
• Assist with the maintenance of Tree Trust’s gravel-bed tree nursery. This may include watering, tracking inventory, caring for young trees, overall upkeep, weed control, and mowing.
• Engage with volunteers and residents to educate on work being done in the community and promote tree stewardship.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed