Forestry Technician, Public Works-Services (Closes 12/4/2024)

The City of Bismarck is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For details and to apply online: www.bismarcknd.gov/jobs

Description: This position is responsible for performing technical work related to management of trees.

Examples of Duties

Performs maintenance of trees including planting, pruning, tree removal and other maintenance utilizing a variety of forestry maintenance tools and equipment.

Addresses any hazards as appropriate; informs supervisor of issues/complaints as needed.

Compiles data to update the citys tree inventory database.

Performs surveys and maintains records and performs lab related work for the management of Dutch Elm disease.

Maintains and services a variety of equipment.

Operates power equipment, hand tools and selected machinery.

Assists in snow removal operations during snow events.

Attends required training classes.

Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from High School or GED. Ability to read and write. Must have the ability to do considerable walking, heavy lifting, reaching, bending.

Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with work associated with manual labor, equipment operation, landscaping or general forestry work.

* Qualifications for grade increase from Grade 12 to Grade 13 for Forestry Technician II.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class B drivers license with air brakes and tanker endorsement issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated, obtained within six months of employment.