Arborist Technician (Environmental Services)

SALARY

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Effective Monday, June 29, 2026- The minimum salary is $22.448 per hour

This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.

Pay Grade 516

This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month, $0.52c/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) once obtained within the required first six (6) months of employment.

FILING DEADLINE DATE

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The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 16, 2026

GENERAL DESCRIPTION -----------------------

The purpose of this classification is to assist the Arborist/Urban Forester by performing arboricultural and horticultural management and by providing administrative duties related to compliance assistance for residents regarding the Street Tree Ordinance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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• Associate's degree, vocational technical degree, or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college education in a field related to the job
• Two (2) years of related experience
• Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience
• Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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• Performs arboricultural and horticultural work in publicly managed areas
• Investigates complaints and requests, performs compliance assistance related to the Street Tree Ordinance, and/or coordinates with Urban Forester and/or Arborist on proper courses of action
• Conducts inspection services for tree and landscaping installations for compliance with design plans, LFUCG manuals, and ISA/ANSI tree care standards
• Operates heavy equipment, trucks, and power tools
• Conducts snow and ice removal during winter months
• Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

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*All Certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment.*

* Valid driver's license; and within the first six (6) months of employment: + International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certification + Pesticide Applicators License + Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B with Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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• All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16
• Must be accessible for on-call duty and be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned during emergencies

HOW TO APPLY

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Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.

RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION

, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application.

Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer.

***APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER* CLOSING STATEMENT** ---------------------

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:* Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits * Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits * Direct deposit is required of all employees.

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment. CONTACT INFORMATION -----------------------

For further information, call, e-mail, or visit

*Division of Human Resources*

200 East Main St.

Lexington, KY 40507

Phone: (859) 258-3030

Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs

E-mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov