POSITION TITLE: Forestry Technician II

Hiring Organization/Employer:  Village of Oak Park
Application Deadline:  5/9/26
Education Required:  None
Location:  Oak park, IL
Website Link/URL:  2026-02-18-forestry-tech-ii-job-posting.pdf

Description:  This is the full journey class within the Urban Forestry Worker series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Forestry Worker I by the performance of the full range of duties assigned
including assessing tree risk and performing aerial work using rigging techniques to prune or remove
trees. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual
situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Possession of an Illinois Class B Commercial Driver license with a Tanker Endorsement and without
an Air Brake Restriction within six months and is a condition of continued employment. Possession of
a Certified Arborist designation from the International Society of Arboriculture is a condition of
continued employment. Working conditions include travel from site to site, some exposure to dust
and noise, some heavy lifting, standing, climbing and work in inclement weather conditions. This
position is subject to 24-hour call out in emergency situations.

 

 

 

Compensation & Benefits:  $26.1392-40.3330/hr

  

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

 Knowledge of:
• Methods, materials, and equipment used in arboriculture work.
• Safe work practices outlined by OSHA, ANSI Z133, and ISA Best Management Practices.
• Methods and techniques of tree trimming, removal and planting.
• Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of work
assigned.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned.
Ability to:
• Perform skilled tree maintenance work as assigned
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment as required.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Use and operate hand tools, power tools, chain saws, and mechanical equipment including
aerial lift truck, log loader, front-end loader, stump grinder and chipper in a safe and
efficient manner.

 

 

 

How to Apply:  

 Applicants can apply directly using the following link:
https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/6141780.careers?ApplyToJob=788772741&full_apply=&jobid=788772741
For additional information on the position visit our website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Applications
and resumes may also be submitted by mail to: Human Resources, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison
Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: jobs@oak-park.us ; or by fax to: 708-358-5107. The Village of Oak
Park offers a highly competitive benefit package including but not limited to a retirement plan, deferred
compensation program, social security, medical, dental, vision & life insurance, flexible spending accounts,
vacation and sick leave. 

 

 

 

 

Contact:   jobs@oak-park.us