Essential Functions:
Supervises tree removal and maintenance work crews in parks, parkways, and public thoroughfares
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel

Minimum Requirements:

·       Bachelor's degree

o   Agriculture

o   Forestry

o   Park Management

o   Related field

·       Equivalency

o   Four years of forestry, forest ranger, or park management experience

o   An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

·       Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

·       Must be on 24-hour call

·       Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

·       Special Requirements

o   Must be certified as a Pesticide Applicator in the State of Kentucky or obtain within one year of employment (KRS 217B)

o   Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within three months of employment

Forester I Opening:

Essential Functions:
Maintains, removes, and replaces trees

Minimum Requirements:

·       Six months of experience in the maintenance of trees or woodland areas which included climbing, trimming, and felling of trees over 100 feet tall

·       Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

·       Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

·       Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within three months

·       Must successfully gain proficiency climbing trees using the rope and saddle method within six months of employment

Benefits For Both Positions Include:

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. 

Full Time Regular Benefits Include:

·         Medical

·         Dental

·         Vision

·         Group Term Life

·         Supplemental Life

·         Accidental Death &      Dismemberment

·         Sick Leave

·         Vacation

·         Holiday Pay

·         Bereavement Leave

·         Kentucky Retirement Systems

·         457 Deferred Comp

·         Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits

·         Tuition Assistance

·         Qualified Adult Benefits

·         Childcare Assistance

·         Free TARC Use 

Parks Administrator Opening:

Essential Functions:

·      Administers the natural resources division projects including but not limited to land acquisition, development of parks, trails and protected green space; park improvements, paved metro loop path, landscaping, maintenance, and capital projects to improve.

·      Consults with external partners, non-profit sponsors, and internal stakeholders to develop and maintain natural resource management plans.

·      Coordinates staff involved in locating grant opportunities for park initiatives efforts

·      Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in one or more of the following-

·      Agriculture

·      Business Administration

·      Environmental Science

·      Forestry

·      Horticulture

·      Landscape Architecture

·      Park Management

·      Public Administration

·      Recreation

·      Related field

Looking to hire climber / bucket operator for all aspects of professional tree care operations including crane work.  

Must be able to follow safe work practices and standards in a team oriented enviroment. 

• CDL is plus 
• ISA certifications are a bonus. 
• Paid vacation time, sick leave, and 401K matching available.  
• Competitive wages based on experience.

Please contact via email or phone with qualifications and more information.