Parks Operator - Arborist

Company: Highland City
Location: American Fork
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join the Canopy Crew: Parks Operator – Arborist Highland City is looking for a skilled Parks Operator – Arborist to help shape the literal landscape of our community. If you are passionate about urban forestry and enjoy a role that balances technical expertise with outdoor physical challenge, we want to hear from you. The Role: Why Your Work Matters As our resident tree expert, you won't just be maintaining plants; you'll be an environmental steward for Highland. Your day-to-day will involve: Aerial Artistry & Safety: Pruning, trimming, and removing hazardous trees using advanced rigging, ropes, and bucket trucks. Plant Healthcare: Diagnosing diseases like Emerald Ash Borer or Dutch Elm Disease and applying Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to keep our canopy thriving. Community Connection: Serving as the face of the Parks Department by educating residents on pruning decisions and leading volunteer planting projects. Precision Planting: Selecting and siting climate-resilient species specifically for Utah's unique alkaline soils. Modern Forestry: Using GIS software to maintain the City's digital tree inventory and mapping systems. What You Bring to the Team We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in a high-energy environment: Education & Experience: High School Diploma/GED required, with 2–4 years of "hands-on" urban forestry or commercial tree care experience. Credentials: You must have (or be able to obtain) a Utah Class A CDL and a Utah State Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months. ISA Certified Arborist credential is required at hire or within 12 months. Technical Savvy: Deep knowledge of ANSI A300 and Z133 standards, and the ability to operate heavy machinery like chippers, backhoes, and stump grinders. Physical Grit: You are comfortable working at significant heights and in extreme weather conditions, from 100&degree;F summers to sub-freezing winters. Position Details Job Code: 1150. Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time. Supervision: You will report to the Parks Superintendent and provide guidance to seasonal maintenance workers. Availability: Includes a 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency public works responses. Highland City is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates must pass a background check, drug screen, and Human Performance Evaluation prior to hire. All qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment testing including but not limited to: Background check (18 years of age and older), Driving Record Review, Drug Screen, and Human Performance Evaluation. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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