Arborist at Lake Forest – Lake Forest, Illinois

Work alongside a team of nine with supportive leadership that encourages professional growth and work-life balance. The comradery in our team makes for a great atmosphere - the days go by fast!

STEADY WORK
Work stability and great hours for a morning person! Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm. 40 hours you can count on, weekends free. Rotating after-hours call list for emergencies.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Our community supports progressive greenspace stewardship, natural resource management and a diverse and healthy canopy. Awarded Tree City USA 42 years and counting!

SEE YOUR IMPACT
Your office is outdoors with a new view every day! Work where you can take pride in creating a healthy and diverse canopy.



What You'll Do

• Urban forestry management; analyzing, planting, implementing
• Tree removal, planting and trimming
• Technical rigging and problem solving
• Climbing with the use of rope and saddle
• Identifying trees, insect pests, and diseases
• Learn to identify and care for trees/shrubs common to the region
• Work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Participate in the City’s snow removal program
• Maintenance of the City’s Tree Inventory with TreePlotter software
• Operate the best tools and equipment including chippers, aerial lifts, log loaders and more

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Preferred: Background in Forestry (educational or hands on)
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL – We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• ISA Certified Arborist a plus. We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare if you are not already certified.
• Ability to work alternate work-hour schedules for winter, weekends, and when workload dictates
• Ability to perform work in all weather conditions, including rain and snow

What We Offer
Excellent benefits package of employer funded and voluntary benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  1. low premiums
  2. plans offered through BCBSIL PPO and HMO
• Paid time off, sick leave and holidays
• Retirement pension (IMRF) – best funded state retirement plan
• Paid training and continuing education programs
  1. Including arborist training and exam
• Voluntary benefits: Aflac, EAP, Wellness Program

The City of Lake Forest is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, LGBTQ identification, family status, or military status.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.