Grounds/Watering

A Plus Tree•Portland, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Plus Tree is hiring two full-time, limited-duration Watering & Establishment Technicians to support seasonal tree establishment work from early May through October, with the potential to extend into the fall planting season for the right fit. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to earn steady summer income while gaining hands-on experience in the tree care industry. In this role, you will work independently throughout the city, driving a large watering truck, following dedicated service routes, and helping newly planted trees establish successfully during the critical summer months. This position is focused specifically on watering and establishment work. It does not include general tree care or tree health care operations. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-minded, comfortable working independently, and confident using technology in the field to document completed work, audit tree conditions, and track contract requirements.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid driver’s licenserequired
Clean driving recordrequired
Comfortable drivinga large trucksafely and confidently throughout the workday
Able to work independently, stay on route, and manage time effectively without direct supervision
Comfortable using an iPad and digital software for field documentation and tracking
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow contract requirements closely
Dependable, punctual, and prepared to work outdoors in summer conditions
Interest in trees, horticulture, urban forestry, or outdoor field work
Able to lift 50 to 75 pounds and perform physically active outdoor work throughout the day

Nice To Haves

Previousexperience driving large trucks, utility vehicles, or route-based service vehicles
Experience in landscaping, irrigation, horticulture, nursery work, tree care, or other outdoor labor roles
Familiarity with basic plant health observations, watering practices, or mulch application
Experience using tablets, GPS routing, or field service software

Responsibilities

Safelyoperatea large watering truck throughout the Portland metro area
Follow assigned daily and weekly watering routes with consistency and attention to detail
Water newly planted andestablishingtrees according to contract requirements and seasonal needs
Use an iPad and company software to log completed work, document service records, and track route progress
Audit tree health and establishment conditions in the field, including signs of stress, damage, or decline
Identifyand document mulch needs, staking issues, and other basic establishment-related observations
Report concerns, site issues, or tree condition changes accurately andin a timely manner
Maintain organized,accuratedigital records of watering visits and field observations
Conduct routine pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks and report maintenance or safety issues
Represent A Plus Tree professionally while working independently in public and client-facing environments
Support fall planting season work if an extension opportunity is available and mutually desired