Arborist
City of Plano, Plano, TX, United States
At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational values make up the acronym SERVE (Stewardship, Engaged, Respectful, Visionary, Excellence).
Job Details Job Title: Arborist Location: Parks & Recreation, City of Plano, Texas Job ID: 226157 Type: Full‑time, Regular Salary: Minimum $21.79 per hour
What You’ll Do
Supervise, lead, train, mentor, and direct a forestry team in the removal and/or trimming of very large and hazardous trees in parks, public buildings, trails, medians and rights‑of‑way citywide
Perform professional tree pruning, removals, and hazard mitigation using industry best practices
Operate forestry equipment including chainsaws, wood chippers, aerial lifts, and stump grinders
Train young trees to promote long‑term canopy health
Inspect trees for disease, structural defects, and safety hazards
Respond to storm damage and emergency tree situations
Support citywide forestry initiatives and tree preservation efforts
Interact with residents and park visitors in a professional and helpful manner
Qualified Candidates Typically Have
Experience in arboriculture, forestry, or professional tree care
Strong knowledge of tree pruning and removal techniques
Experience operating forestry equipment
The ability to work safely in outdoor environments and perform physically demanding tasks
A valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
Tree climbing and rigging experience
Experience operating aerial lift equipment
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Benefits May Include
Competitive pay
Comprehensive health benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System participation
Paid training and professional development
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Up to three weeks of paid vacation
Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
Nine paid holidays
Tuition assistance
Free library card
Free recreation center membership
Standard hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This is a supervisory role and may require overtime on weekdays and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D
Open positions are subject to close without notice.
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Job Details Job Title: Arborist Location: Parks & Recreation, City of Plano, Texas Job ID: 226157 Type: Full‑time, Regular Salary: Minimum $21.79 per hour
What You’ll Do
Supervise, lead, train, mentor, and direct a forestry team in the removal and/or trimming of very large and hazardous trees in parks, public buildings, trails, medians and rights‑of‑way citywide
Perform professional tree pruning, removals, and hazard mitigation using industry best practices
Operate forestry equipment including chainsaws, wood chippers, aerial lifts, and stump grinders
Train young trees to promote long‑term canopy health
Inspect trees for disease, structural defects, and safety hazards
Respond to storm damage and emergency tree situations
Support citywide forestry initiatives and tree preservation efforts
Interact with residents and park visitors in a professional and helpful manner
Qualified Candidates Typically Have
Experience in arboriculture, forestry, or professional tree care
Strong knowledge of tree pruning and removal techniques
Experience operating forestry equipment
The ability to work safely in outdoor environments and perform physically demanding tasks
A valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
Tree climbing and rigging experience
Experience operating aerial lift equipment
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Benefits May Include
Competitive pay
Comprehensive health benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System participation
Paid training and professional development
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Up to three weeks of paid vacation
Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
Nine paid holidays
Tuition assistance
Free library card
Free recreation center membership
Standard hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This is a supervisory role and may require overtime on weekdays and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D
Open positions are subject to close without notice.
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