Arborist

Our Arborist team performs tree care on Association land to protect members, prevent damage to property and promote the health of natural resources. Work is performed under general supervision of the Senior Environmental Resources Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs complex tree work including pruning, removals and maintenance. Work is accomplished using climbing, aerial lift, chainsaw, winches, ropes, brush chipper and other specialized tools and techniques. Work is performed in accordance with ANSI standards. Possesses the necessary rigging and lowering skill to perform tree pruning and removals safely. Develops and implements work and safety plan for each job.

2. Operates large truck and trailer, skid-steer with implements and front-end loader.

3. Demonstrates high safety standards, sound tree risk assessment and tree ID skills, equipment inspection skills, proper application of approved knots, proper climbing techniques and procedures, proper rigging and pruning skills.

4. Participates in invasive-exotic control, monthly brush chipping program and other Natural Areas initiatives.

5. Performs routine maintenance on tools and equipment used for tree care. Inspects life-support gear for defects, incompatibility and use that exceeds designated service life.

6. Collaborates with other Natural Areas staff on tree inspections, natural area inventories and investigation of member concerns. Must converse with residents on tree issues and property boundary questions.

7. Designated Emergency Services Personnel.

8. Participates in snow removal operations.

9. Must be able to operate an aerial lift and perform tree crane removals.

10. Performs pruning along wood edges bordering ballfields, tennis courts and clusters. Performs ornamental pruning at recreation areas.

11. Performs removals or pruning for new tree diseases and insect pests such as Emerald Ash Borer outbreak.

12. Acts as mentor to Arborist Assistant. Provides training on safe chainsaw use to personnel on other crews.

Education and Experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED), plus three years’ experience or training in tree climbing and maintenance; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills - This job requires basic knowledge of mobile computing; using the iPad for property line determinations and ownership of properties.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - ISA certified Arborist highly preferred. ISA Tree Worker certified required. Requires First Aid and CPR certification within 6 months of hire date, will be offered in-house.

Other Skills and Abilities - Requires skill in tree climbing at extreme heights and expert-level tree pruning and removal according to ANSI Standards; skill in operating a chainsaw, chipper, and other tools used in tree care; ability to operate large trucks and trailers, skid-steer with implements and front-end loader; knowledge of tool and equipment care; knowledge of safety practices related to tree climbing and maintenance; ability to apply and communicate safe work practices; ability to lead the work of others; ability to interact courteously with members and others outside the association; and ability to perform CPR/First Aid and aerial rescue.

Other Qualifications - Requires a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tree care: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• ISA certified Arborist certification (Preferred)
• ISA Tree Worker certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.03 - $28.45 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Reston, VA 20190 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $28