Olmsted Parks Conservancy: Tree Care Technician

Bene-Care • Buffalo, NY

3h • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Tree Care Technician is responsible for assisting the Forestry Department with various tree care operations, such as planting, pruning, removing, training and protecting trees throughout the historic Olmsted park assets to meet the mission, vision and goals of the Conservancy. Secondary duties include equipment maintenance and pesticide application. This position extensively utilizes chainsaws, bobcats, chippers, stump grinders and tree climbing / rigging equipment. This position is part of the Forestry Department and reports directly to the Forestry Supervisor. This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week with non-exempt status according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Overtime hours may be required at certain times, with supervisor approval.

Requirements

• City of Buffalo residency
• Valid NYS Driver's License
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Horticulture, Forestry, Arboriculture, Environmental Science or related field; or 1 year of equivalent work experience
• Desire to learn and work as a team
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor and lift, push or pull up to 75 pounds
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing work situations/environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience with safe chainsaw operation and / or climbing technique is a plus
• Class B Commercial Driver's License is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in planting, pruning, training, protecting, and removing trees throughout the park system
• Equipment maintenance
• Heavy equipment operation
• Invasive species management
• Pesticide application
• May also be asked to assist district crews with snow removal, weed whacking and lawn mowing.

Benefits

• The Conservancy offers medical, dental, and vision plans with an employer provided allocation toward monthly premiums.
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Time.
• In addition, employees receive up to 13 ½ paid holidays per year.
• Additional Benefits include: a golf season pass for employees, as well as ongoing in-house training on various topics, flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree