Urban Forestry Technician, Sr.
The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking to hire a full-time Urban Forestry Technician, Sr. in the Park Operations Division. This position may be required to work a variety of shifts including, but not limited to, weekends, holidays, and after-hour emergency calls. The Urban Forestry Technician, Sr. classification is represented by Teamsters Local #150.
Position Description
Under general supervision, performs the more complex, difficult, and specialized work of a crew responsible for providing maintenance activities with other staff and volunteers; operates and maintains tree care equipment; responds to requests for tree services from management and the public; performs plant and pest diagnosis and implements appropriate corrective measures; provides technical and specialized assistance to the assigned management and supervisory staff; and performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the?District. The education or experience requirements may be modified or waived at the sole discretion of the General Manager. At least one of the education or experience requirements must be met; however, both requirements cannot be modified and waived. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Experience:
- Three (3) years of responsible experience in tree maintenance, tree planting, and tree care.
Education and Training:
- High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized training in tree maintenance, trimming tasks, or a related field.
Special Requirements:
- Possession of a valid California class "C" driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the District insurance carrier and maintain it throughout employment.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment; certification must be maintained through employment.
Highly Desirable:
- Possession of, or ability to obtain valid professional arborist certification designation by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
- Possession of a valid California State Pesticide Applicators Certificate
Closing date: 10/27/2025