Jobs Posted on the Whova Community Board of Shade Tree Short Course 2023
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12-Month Assistant Gardener
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum The Assistant Gardener is responsible for maintaining display gardens, research plots and greenhouses at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum located in Chaska, MN. Thi... s position is a full-time (12-month) Teamsters Unit 3 position.
Link:https://arb.umn.edu/about/employmentopportunitiesSee More >>
9-Month Seasonal Assistant Gardener
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum The Assistant Gardener is responsible for maintaining display gardens, research plots and greenhouses at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum located in Chaska, M... N. This position is a full-time - seasonal (9-month) Teamsters Unit 3 position: typically beginning February 1st and ending on October 31st annually.
Link:https://arb.umn.edu/about/employmentopportunitiesSee More >>
Gardener 12 Month
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum The Gardener is responsible for maintaining display gardens, research plots and greenhouses at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum located in Chaska, MN. This position... is a full-time (12-month) Teamsters Unit 3 position. Please search for Job ID 354141 and job code 6041.
Link:https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/354141See More >>
City of Plymouth Perform a wide variety of semi-skilled tasks involving the maintenance, repair, and construction of parks, trails, open space, and related recreation facilities and equipment. ... The City of Plymouth Is now accepting applications for Seasonal Parks & Forestry Maintenance Workers to join our Parks and Recreation Forestry division. This is a great opportunity to gain relevant municipal parks and forestry experience and is a good lob for those seeking short-term employment. Position runs April through October Shift 6 am - 2 pm
Link:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/plymouthmn/jobs/3879183/maintenance-workers-parks-forestry-seasonal?page-28pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobsSee More >>
Job Board - MnSTAC Newsletter
Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee Check out the weekly mnstac newsletter for newly posted jobs, articles, research, events, and more!
... Link:https://mnstac.orgSee More >>
Prairie Restorations, Inc. Ecological restoration service and greenhouse positions open throughout Minnesota. Types of services provided include woodland cutting, streambank restorations, shoreline rest... orations, native seeding and planting, erosion control, and invasive species management. Greenhouse and seed farm technicians also needed.
Link:https://www.prairieresto.com/; https://secure2.entertimeonline.com/ta/KPAY0149102.careers?CareersSearchSee More >>
Arborist / Gardener
University of Minnesota - Landcare The Arborist position is a 12-month, full-time position w/ benefits. Employees work as part of a crew to collaboratively: -Maintain over 11,000 campus trees -Demonstrate h... igh safety standards -Diagnose tree problems, & mitigate risk -Perform PHC to improve tree health -Climb trees of all sizes to complete work aloft -Operate tree equipment including aerial lift truck, chainsaw, wood chipper, stump grinder, skid steer, air spade, & more -Utilize and edit tree GIS database -Perform snow removal on campus sidewalks & streets -Lead & train student employees
Classified as ‘Gardener’ - job code 6041.
Interested candidates should contact Elliot Redmann via email listed above or message on Whova.
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Premium Tree Protection Urban Tree Health Care Technician
Premium Tree Protection, LLC is a company that specializes in protecting the urban forest and
helping to create and implement manage... ment plans for woodland owners.
We are seeking a responsible individual with a strong work ethic to perform day to day
operations of tree health care services in the spring, summer and fall.
Duties for this position will include but are not limited to:
- Inspect trees for any potential problems
- Treat for Insects and Disease on trees
- Deep root fertilize trees and shrubs
- Consult home owners on the best management options for their plants
- Learn and apply proper tree injection techniques
- Treatment and control of invasive trees and shrubs
Job Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license
- Must be in good physical condition
- Good communication skills with customers, employer and coworkers
- Ability to identify common trees and shrubs in MN
- Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator license
- Safely operate a truck
- Safely and legally handle and apply pesticides
Preferred Candidate:
- Certified Arborist
- Certified Pesticide Applicator License
- Degree in Forestry related program
Andover Tree Care Andover Tree Care is looking for an arborist to fulfill climbing, ground, and aerial lift duties.
Requirements: Follow all safety procedures Valid driver's license (C... lass A CDL preferred) Experience with large tree removal and proper pruning techniques.
Link:www.andovertreecare.comSee More >>
Applicators / Laborers / Utility Arborists
Central Applicators, Inc. We are hiring for all positions. Our company performs an array of duties primarily in utility arboriculture and rights-of-way vegetation management. We are looking for herbicide... applicators with A & J category certifications, laborers for utility restoration work and utility arborists. We offer PTO, Retirement, Health Insurance, Paid Holidays and competitive wages. If you are looking to start a career or make a change in the Utility Arboriculture Industry we might be the right fit for you. You must be attentive, safety oriented and be willing to travel. Email us or give us a call!
Link:www.centralapplicators.comSee More >>
Plant Pest Nursery Inspector
Minnesota Department of Agriculture The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has three full-time Plant Health Regulatory Specialists- Plant Health Specialist 1 permanent job opportunities available. Application... deadline: March 24, 2023.
These position emphasize plant pest inspections and enforcements of plant pest regulations and quarantines, with a focus on nursery certification field inspections. Responsibilities include inspections of nursery plants, Christmas trees, holiday greenery and other plant commodities for plant health and export certification. Duties also include the collection of lab samples for laboratory analysis, issuing pest quarantine compliance documentation and training, and assisting in outreach opportunities to our regulated industry.
These are great field based inspection positions that work directly with industry professionals conducting on-site plant pest disease diagnostics and build partnerships through plant health knowledge exchange. Work independently in a geographical region of the state but as a statewide team with other regional inspectors.
West Central\Central Area Plant Health Regulatory Specialist will be based out of their home as a remote worker. Cities include, Willmar, Alexandria, St. Cloud.
Twin Cities/Metro Area Plant Health Regulatory Specialists (two positions) will be based out of the St. Paul office with eligibility for full-time telework from their homes. Extending north to Elk River/Andover, south to Lakeville/Shakopee and west to Delano/St. Michael.
External contacts may use the link below to apply and find more information: Plant Health Specialist 1 - Job ID 63511
Internal (current State employees) should access the posting through their Careers tile in Employee Self Service by searching for Job ID 63511.
Link:https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/See More >>
Community Engagement Coordinator
Tree Trust The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for serving as a liaison between Tree Trust and the communities in which we plant, with the goals of increasing the number of v... olunteers engaging with Tree Trust, the number of planting host sites on public and/or private property and creating on-going educational and engagement opportunities. This position is responsible for the recruiting and managing volunteers, event coordination and for general Tree Trust organizational representation and promotion in the community.
Link:https://treetrust.bamboohr.com/careers/79?source=aWQ9MzY%3DSee More >>
Volunteer Opportunity with Local Non-profit
Neighborhood Forest Hi there!
My name is Clara, and I am Head of Member Engagement at Neighborhood Forest. We’re a local nonprofit that gives free trees to kids across North America every Ear... th Day. Last year we gave away around 40,000+ trees and we are on track to give out ~50,000+ trees this coming Earth Day. We have all sorts of groups signing up - libraries, schools, 4-H, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, even a bookmobile signed up this year! Kids take their tree home and plant it on their own or a willing friend/family member’s property.
I’m looking for a generous individual willing to share their expertise / feedback on the type of species best suitable for the different areas that we provide trees to. We are in almost all 50 states and parts of Canada. While we have our tree species for this year picked out, I would love to hear your feedback and any suggestions for next year.
When: Anytime after mid-May into the Summer! Where: Virtual or In-person meeting Commitment: Whatever time you are willing to share:)
City of Rosemount The City of Rosemount is seeking a full-time Maintenance Worker who will be assigned to a position in the Parks Division of its Public Works department and assist with facility ma... intenance activities at City buildings. Responsibilities include: maintenance of athletic fields (including mowing, layout/striping, and grooming), tree trimming and inspections, mowing/weed whipping, herbicide/pesticide applications, irrigation/playground/shelter building/ice rink maintenance, snowplowing and snow removal. Possession of pesticide/herbicide, tree inspector, playground inspector, and PLT licenses preferred.
