Do you want a job that contributes to the beauty of our community in a tangible way? Join us! We are currently accepting applications for an Arborist I position in the Community Services Department. This position is a tree care specialist, which requires pruning, planting, removing, diagnosing, treating, and protecting the urban forest within City limits. It also requires climbing trees and working with ropes and safety harnesses to perform tree work. This position requires knowledge of tree species, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, operation of bucket trucks, and other mechanical and safety equipment. This position may occasionally perform weekend and evening work as necessary.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, etc.) with three years of professional arboricultural experience (including climbing, pruning, planting, pest control, etc.)
• Ability to pass a climbing skills and written test
• Possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class B CDL with no air brake restrictions
• Possess or obtain (within 1 year of hire) and maintain a valid Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator certification in category 3.0 Turf and Landscape or 6.0 R-O-W and Natural Area
• Possess or obtain (within 1 year of hire) and maintain the ISA Certified Arborist credential
• Possess or obtain and maintain other certifications, such as, First Aid, CPR and Electrical Hazard Awareness, as provided by the City

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate degree or higher in Urban Forestry or related field
• Possess a Class A CDL
• Journeyman Arborist from an accredited program

Additional Reasons to Apply: 

• Receive 40 hours of vacation on your first day of employment, plus earn 80 hours of additional vacation time in the first year
• Receive 3 paid floating holidays and 8 paid regular holidays (in a calendar year)
• Potential to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Other excellent fringe benefits (paid sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, etc.)!

Wage range: $30.03 to $35.87 per hour. Application deadline: February 22, 2026. Application and complete job description available at www.eauclairewi.gov/jobs.*

Interviews expected to take place February 27, 2026. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Recruitment Snapshot:

https://www.eauclairewi.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/50895/639064794644093603

*Don’t have a way to apply online? Contact us at (715) 839-4921 to schedule an appointment and we can assist you!