The City of Newton’s Urban Forestry Division is growing, we are looking to fill multiple tree care positions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals working to rebuild Newton’s Urban Forestry program.  Newton Urban Forestry focuses on responding to the needs of our customers and ensuring safety for its workers and the public. Starting salary is $30.74 per hour, over $40 per hour by year six.

Over 40 paid days off a year including holidays, sick days, vacation days, and floating holidays.  In addition to paid time off employees work four day work weeks June through September (every Friday off during the summer).  

We also provide a clothing allowance, all PPEs, uniforms, and boots. Frequent overtime opportunities also available. 

Submit your resume and/or as Questions by emailing mwelch@newtonma.gov. For more details and online application please visit our website at https://jobs.keldair.com/cityofnewton/jobs/82204/tree-maintenance-specialist

Posting ID: 2025-0013
Posting Date: 03/10/2025
Department: DPW – Urban Forestry
Vacancies: 1
Grade: W11
Pay Rate: $32.72 – $37.34 / hourly
Schedule: 40 hours
Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday-Friday
Position Type: Full–Time / Union

The Department of Public Works Urban Forestry seeks applicants interested in the full-time position of Tree Foreman. Under the direction of the City Arborist the responsibilities of the Tree Foreman will consist of performing a variety of manual tasks related to the care, planting, trimming, pruning, spraying, fertilizing and removal of trees within the city.

https://cityofeverett.com/job/tree-foreman-w-cdl-hoisting/

Stewardship Manager; Beverly

Link to posting on Workable: https://apply.workable.com/thetrustees/j/D41E652215/

Salary/Hourly Rate: $65,000 - $75,000 

Generous benefits 

Full-Time, exempt, 40 hours/week

Properties: Long Hill and Moraine Farm in Beverly, and Crowninshield, and Gerry Islands in Marblehead 

The Role: 

As the Stewardship Manager, you will oversee the maintenance of all landscapes, buildings and structures, vehicles and equipment, roadways, trails, and lands of four properties including two public gardens. You’ll manage a team of full-time and seasonal stewards, providing site-based leadership for all day-to-day operations on our properties, including monitoring, enforcement of regulations, and collaboration with internal and external teams and stakeholders.  

 

ARBORIST

Department of Public Works

Forestry Division

The Town of Westborough Department of Public Works seeks applications from energetic, team-oriented individuals for the full-time position of Arborist (Maintenance Craftsperson). Position is primarily focused on removal and planting of town trees. Essential functions of the position include tree trimming, tree cutting, chipping, and planting. The position requires availability for on-call duties during inclement weather events and other emergencies including snow and tree removal.

To be considered for higher end wage range, applicants must possess a Massachusetts CDL Class B and Massachusetts Hoisting License for Backhoe/Front End Loader.

The position grade is W-4 with a salary range of $21.85 – 31.24 with anticipated 2.5% increase in July. Benefits include 12 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation at start, sick days, and various stipends.

A full job description may be obtained at the Town of Westborough Human Resources website. Submit a resume to Kimberly Foster, Assistant Town Manager, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581 or email via jobs@westboroughma.gov. Applications reviewed as received. More information about our forestry programs can be found here: https://www.westboroughma.gov/300/Informational-Videos

The Town of Westborough is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. The Town of Westborough seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community and all are encouraged to apply.

Are you passionate about trees and open spaces? Do you have expertise in arboriculture and leadership skills to guide a dedicated team of forestry professionals? Join the Brookline Parks and Open Space Division as a Forestry Zone Manager and make an impact on the beautiful parks and streets of Brookline!

https://brooklinema.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3345886

Job description

Foti Landscape is seeking a motivated individual to assist in landscape construction sales. Foti Landscape is based out of Lexington since 1977 and our shop is in Billerica, MA. We are a small company with 10 to 12 employees focused on high quality workmanship vs. high volume.

We were a tree care company for 39 years, but have transitioned into a landscape construction company over the past 10 years. Although we do not focus on tree care, we would like to have a salesperson that is capable of selling ornamental pruning and showing some interest in developing an IPM program.

Our primary focus is planting, transplanting, hardscape and growing a wide variety of trees and shrubs. Learn more at www.fotilandscape.com.

Job description as follows:

• Design build sales and follow up with clients
• Do takeoff on architect designed plans
• Prepare proposals, contracts and design presentations
• Job scheduling
• Work with the crew on implementation of designs
• Locate and tag plant material, schedule deliveries
• Assist in organizing and pricing inground and above ground inventory
• Assist in marketing and sales promotion through social media, etc.

Applicant must have knowledge of landscape plants used in New England, have good communication skills and understand customer service. We are serious plant people and are looking for a like minded individual.

Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. We have limited duties during the winter months as a landscape construction company, but offer a full benefits package that includes: paid holidays, paid sick and vacation days, health insurance, 401k and profit sharing.

Please send your resume to info@fotilandscape.com

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Mayer Tree Service has immediate openings for crew leaders at our Essex MA and Plaistow NH locations.  We have more work this winter than we can get done.

Requirements; CDL A or B, experience climbing doing pruning and removals, bucket truck operation.  MCA, pesticide license and hoisting license are a plus but not required

What we offer; competitive pay, health and, dental insurance, 401 K with matching and profit sharing, uniform and tool allowance, year-round work and a great place to grow your career.

Please email your resume to danderson@mayertree.com or call 978-880-0803

Posting Date: 1/15/25

Department: Water - Watershed Management

Job Code: W655 (ID # 1103)

Number of Hours Per Week: 40

Additional Work Hours Information: Monday thru Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Required to work in emergency situations as assigned.

Union Affiliation: Water IWWA

# of openings: 1

Type of Employment: Regular

Civil Service Type: Labor Service

Rate: $32.23 - $36.64 hourly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

This position will report to the Reservoir System Manager and supervise skilled laborers, laborers, and contract workers. Responsible for implementing priorities of the Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan that involve forest/landscape maintenance and improvements at Fresh Pond Reservation and other city-owned properties. Responsible for executing and for field supervision of contractors, staff, and volunteers executing the following tasks: Tree pruning and thinning, invasive species removal, lawn care, irrigation systems maintenance and minor repairs, meadow and wetland maintenance, tree, shrub planting and herbicide/ pesticide/ fertilizer applications, rubbish and graffiti removal. Operates and maintains a variety of tools and equipment, such as mowers, tractors, aerators, snow blowers, snow plows, spreaders, hand and power tools, trimmers, chain saws, chippers and sprayers. Work also includes data collection and work tracking using handheld computers.  Performs other relative duties as assigned. Required to work in emergency situations as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate must have at least two years' experience in landscape maintenance and have considerable knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance and related safety practices; good knowledge of plant and soil types; horticulture and professional landscaping practices; mixing and using landscape chemicals. 
• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license.
• Candidate must have a Massachusetts Certified Landscape Professional certification or the ability to obtain this certification within one year of hire.
• Candidate must have a Massachusetts Pesticide applicator’s license or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. 

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• An associates degree in either, arboriculture, horticulture, turf grass, or landscape management.
• Hoisting & Engineering license class B.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Physical demands for this position include but are not limited to lifting up to fifty pounds, bending, squatting, and climbing, sitting, standing.  Ability to work outside for long periods of time under adverse weather conditions.

 ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Independent Water Workers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement): 

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation and sick leave eligible
• Sick Incentive Pay eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for hourly stipends; Water Distribution licenses, Hoisting & Engineering licenses and a Commercial Driver’s License
• Additional hourly stipend for any overtime hours worked on leaks, snow operations, or other emergencies during October – April.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please upload the following documents to complete your application on the City of Cambridge website: Position Description

• Resume
• Cover Letter

 

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE 

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION 

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category.  Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@cambridgema.gov.

Brookline seeks a Tree Warden/Urban Forestry Manager to perform complex administrative, supervisory, regulatory, financial, budgetary, and professional work related to the development and administration of forestry operations, management of all public trees on or impacting Town-owned or managed land, including the public right-of-way, and enforcement of the Town’s Tree Protection and Sidewalk Obstruction bylaws and all other pertinent bylaws. Performs the duties and responsibilities of Tree Warden. 

https://brooklinema.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3286245&req_loc=535962

As a Sales Arborist your focus will be to develop, grow and support your assigned sales territory. This role will involve spending time with clients and prospects to diagnose and monitor landscapes, as well as estimating jobs and providing estimates for the work to be completed.

You will be the trusted advisor for the property owner and will become an integral part of the health and safety of the environment you serve.

You’ll set up crews, validate the work is being performed, and ensure jobs are completed to clients' satisfaction, as well as obtain referrals, network, and develop new business.

We offer full benefits, minimum guarantees, and uncapped potential in commission earnings.

Total compensation can range from $75,000 to $200,000 + annually based on performance in the territory.

If interested in applying please contact Ehansen@savatree.com or apply at:

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