Job description

SALARY: $22.00 Hourly

OPENING
DATE: 03/14/23

CLOSING
DATE: 03/14/23 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

Dane County Land and Water is recruiting for an Limited Term Employment (LTE) Forestry Technician. Limited Term Employees (LTEs) are limited to 1,200 hours in a payroll year and are not guaranteed any hours per week.

EQUITY, DEFINITION AND EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Commitment to Equity AND Inclusion
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

DEFINITION
Under direct supervision of Dane County Parks Forester Specialist, operate motorized equipment to care for trees and landscape vegetation; perform specialized work in tree planting, pruning, trimming and removal including aerial rigging operations; apply pesticides as required (under state and federal rules and regulations).

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plant, water, prune and remove trees. Landscape and restore disturbed sites by leveling, preparing soil, seedling and mulching. Control and remove invasive species using chemical and mechanical means. Operate specialized equipment in the maintenance of trees including tree spade, stump grinder, brush chipper, skid-steer and the hydraulic drive attachments and aerial lifts. Operate small equipment including chain saws, power tools, hand tools, brush cutter, spray units, weed trimmers, various mowers, fertilizer and seed spreaders. Load, tie-down and transport materials in a safe manner. Ensure equipment is serviced with fuel, oil, coolant lubricants. Assist with educational activities regarding urban tree management in the Dane County Parks system. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Education, Training and Experience:
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate forestry or natural resource program.

Certifications/Licenses:
Must have completed a chainsaw safety course that meets OSHA standards. Must have a Certified Pesticide Applicators License in category 3.0 Turf & Landscaping.

Special Requirements:
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Final candidate(s) will be subject to passing a thorough driving record background check.

Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job’s responsibilities. Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position’s responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant’s criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.)
Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:
This position is frequently active for the entire shift (standing, walking, stooping, twisting, lifting, bending, pushing, reaching, climbing, crouching and crawling). Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and up to 75 pounds with assistance. Ability to do manual labor, including repetitive lifting, bending, reaching, kneeling and squatting. Work will be primarily outdoors in varying terrains in harsh temperature conditions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate tactfully with the public and project a positive image. Ability to work well with others in a team and must be able to work independently with limited supervision. Knowledge in the areas of upper Midwest trees and landscape vegetation. Knowledge of the safe and effective use of herbicides. Ability to read maps and navigate to work locations. Basic knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance including ATVs/UTVs, chainsaws, weed whackers, mowers, light and heavy duty vehicles and trailers, commercial mowers and various hand and power tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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