Grounds Worker II – Arborist Skills in Chicago, Illinois

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12158261

The Alphawood Arboretum at the Illinois Institute of Technology is a
certified Level 1 Arboretum. The Grounds Worker II with arborist skills
is responsible for the physical aspects of all arboricultural project
work associated with the tree canopy including: planting; pruning; tree
care; tree health and maintenance; and removal; as well as, coordinating
the work of external contractors and/or vendors. Provides tree care to
ensure a safe, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment for
students, staff, faculty and tenants. Drives university vehicles and
operates machinery and equipment associated with tree care.. Works in
buildings, grounds, roof tops, confined spaces in varying weather
conditions and emergency situations such as flooding and snow storms.
This position reports to the Grounds Foreman in the field and the
Arboretum Manager