Forestry Field Worker I ($17.50 - $19.00/hour)
City of Fort Collins

POSITION TITLE: Forestry Field Worker I ($17.50 - $19.00/hour) (Hourly)
REQUISITION #: req7123
DEPARTMENT: Parks
LOCATION: PARKS MAINTENANCE SHOP
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Variable Hourly View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time Hourly
HOURLY RATE: $17.50 - 19.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is: Open until filled.

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Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

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Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

- Potential for paid personal leave and paid holidays

- Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, and financial assistance

- Wellness program, workout facilities

- Personal & professional learning opportunities plus potential for career mobility

- Collaborative work environment

Summary
The City of Fort Collins is known for its majestic trees, and the Forestry Division has been the recipient of the Tree City USA award for over 40 years. The Forestry staff prides itself in its commitment to maintaining our urban forest which consists of more than 57,000 City property trees. The Forestry Division is currently seeking Hourly Forestry Field Workers to join the team for the season which begins as early as April and ends as late as November. Come spend a day with the trees and get paid for it!

Essential Duties:

• Water newly planted trees on City property
• Assist field crews in tree planting
• Maintain two small tree nurseries
• Conduct other related work, as necessary.
• May assist with park, cemetery, horticulture, and golf maintenance when required

Work Benefits:

• Paid holiday and personal leave time based on hours worked.
• Safety Awards Program provides employee with incentives to work safely.
• Health and Wellness classes and incentives available.
• Boot reimbursements and issued logo attire.
• Mentored by world-class, knowledgeable, and experienced Forestry professionals.
• Training opportunities to expand educational background.
• Potential for advancement.

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Working Conditions:

• Schedules vary from part-time to full-time and may include over-time, weekends, and holidays.
• Will be required to work outdoors in a variety of conditions.
• Will wear proper safety gear including, but not limited to, safety-toed boots, safety glasses and ear protection as required.
• Will attend daily &/or weekly staff meetings as required.
• Will attend daily safety meetings.
• City of Fort Collins works together with staff to prevent the spread of germs (COVID, etc.) to maintain a clean, safe environment.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass a drug screening test.
• Physical, mental, and cognitive abilities sufficient to perform the essential duties outlined above.

o These include:

- Ability to read, write and communicate well with others.

- Physical ability and stamina to perform duties including bending, lifting, digging, pushing and kneeling.

- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly; up to 50 pounds maximum.

Proper safety measures for lifting/moving any item are expected to be followed; including, but not limited to, the use of proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), use of lifting/moving equipment, and/or assistance from co-workers.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT, AND DRUG TEST REQUIRED WITHIN FOUR CALENDAR DAYS/96 HOURS OF OFFER.

Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.

Summary
The City of Fort Collins is known for its majestic trees, and the Forestry Division has been the recipient of the Tree City USA award for over 40 years. The Forestry staff prides itself in its commitment to maintaining our urban forest which consists of more than 57,000 City property trees. The Forestry Division is currently seeking Hourly Forestry Field Workers to join the team for the season which begins as early as April and ends as late as November. Come spend a day with the trees and get paid for it!

Essential Duties:
Water newly planted trees on City propertyAssist field crews in tree plantingMaintain two small tree nurseriesConduct other related work, as necessary.May assist with park, cemetery, horticulture, and golf maintenance when required
Work Benefits:
Paid holiday and personal leave time based on hours worked.Safety Awards Program provides employee with incentives to work safely.Health and Wellness classes and incentives available.Boot reimbursements and issued logo attire.Mentored by world-class, knowledgeable, and experienced Forestry professionals.Training opportunities to expand educational background.Potential for advancement.

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