10 month Forestry Worker - Urban Forestry
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10 month Forestry Worker - Urban Forestry
Salary
$23.12 Hourly
Location
Missoula, Montana
Job Type
Seasonal, Full-Time
Job Number
00639
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
P&R Ecosystem Services
Opening Date
01/22/2026
Closing Date
2/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Description
Benefits
Questions
Overview
Do you enjoy working outdoors and making a visible difference in your community? Forestry Workers in the Urban Forest division play an important role in caring for Missoula's trees and green spaces, helping maintain a healthy, safe, and resilient urban forest. This position supports tree planting, pruning, and maintenance efforts across Parks & Recreation facilities while working in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.
The Forestry Workers assist with a wide range of arboricultural activities, from routine maintenance to specialized tree care operations. The role offers opportunities to learn urban forestry and arboriculture practices, operate specialized equipment, and build skills alongside experienced professionals-all while contributing to the long-term health and beauty of Missoula's public spaces.
Job Status: Seasonal 10-month, Full-Time position; Union Affiliated Position - Teamsters Union Local NO. 2
Screening of applications will begin on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. It is in your best interest to apply before this date.
To Apply: Al l applicants must submit theC ity of Missoula application.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
Essential Functions
Assist in performing a variety of tree care duties, including planting and pruning trees, sampling for tree pests, removing risk trees, etc.
Perform pruning operations from the ground; clean up branches and debris from ground and grind in chipper; dispose of debris properly.
Assist Arborist Technician with tree rigging operations.
Establish safe traffic control around planting, pruning and tree removal sites.
Provide support to citizens by answering questions and other inquiries.
Operate both light and heavy equipment in arboricultural operations.
Work independently as well as part of a team to achieve the goals of the Urban Forestry Program.
Other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of and ability to promote safety considerations, City safety policies, OSHA/MUTCD and ANSI standards and guidelines related to park maintenance and construction.
Skill in following oral and written instructions while working independently with minimum supervision.
Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
Ability to operate vehicles, small power equipment, hand tools, and light to heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Ability to identify and implement risk management techniques to reduce exposure to injury, damage, and liability.
Ability to read, comprehend and write incident reports and other operation reports and documentation.
Ability to learn and follow City and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
Knowledge of and the ability to learn principles and practices of urban forestry and arboriculture.
Knowledge of and the ability to learn GPS data collection and tree inventory software.
Skill in safe operation of tree planting and tree trimming and removal tools and equipment, including chippers, chain saws, pole saws, hand saws, hand and pole pruners, ladders, lift trucks and stump grinders.
Ability to climb and prune trees with ropes and saddles.
Ability to learn all aspects of tree planting, pruning, removal, and identification.
Working Conditions:
Position requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. or less.
Duties are frequently performed under conditions where inclement weather, noise, heat, dampness or cold are unavoidable.
Work environment may involve occasional exposure to unavoidable seasonal weather conditions, occupational hazards, biohazards, blood borne pathogens, sharps, herbicides, and physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Urban Forestry:Duties may require climbing trees with ropes and saddles and/or the use aerial lifts.
Qualifications and Additional Application Materials
All positions:
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to one (1) year of maintenance, light equipment experience, or another relevant field appropriate for the specific position.
Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
May be required to obtain a Montana commercial driver's license** (CDL) within 60 days of hire.
Must have or be able to obtain a Montana class B, Commercial Driver's License** (CDL) within 60 days of hire.
**As of January 6, 2020, employers of CDL drivers must query the Clearinghouse to verify that a current or prospective driver is not prohibited from operating CMVs or performing other safety sensitive functions. CDL Drivers must now be registered with the FMCSA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit the website at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.
The City of Missoula does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., F-1, H-1B, TM). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application.
This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
The City of Missoula will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:
Market-Competitive Salary
Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities
$0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage
$10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy
Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident
Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan (http://mpera.mt.gov/) with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program
Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Look here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Additional benefits package information is available here (https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/53956/Benefits-at-a-Glance?bidId=) .
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Are you willing and able to obtain a Class B, Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of hire?
Yes
No
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What do you value about Missoula's Urban Forest, and why do you want to become a steward of this public asset?
Required Question
Employer
City of Missoula
Address
435 Ryman Street
Human Resources
Missoula, Montana, 59802
Phone
406-552-6130
Website
https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/
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