Arboriculture and Natural Areas Technician, Seasonal

Job Description

Arboriculture and Natural Areas Technician, Seasonal
Job Details
Job Type

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Littleton, CO
Description

About Denver Botanic Gardens: Green inside and out, Denver Botanic Gardens was founded in 1951 and is considered one of the top botanical gardens in the United States and a pioneer in water conservation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, The Gardens has a robust living plant collection, natural history collection and art collection along with temporary art exhibitions. The Gardens is a dynamic, 24-acre urban oasis in the heart of the city, offering unforgettable opportunities to flourish with unique garden experiences for the whole family – as well as world-class exhibitions, education, and plant conservation research programs.

For more information, visit us online at www.botanicgardens.org.

Denver Botanic Gardens is currently seeking a Seasonal Arboriculture and Natural Areas Technician in our Arboriculture Department! Read below to see if the requirements might be a good fit for you:

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Manager of Arboriculture and Natural Areas, this position will support the maintenance and development of natural areas, restoration sites, and Chatfield’s tree canopy. Duties include, but are not limited to seeding, transplanting, pruning, mechanical & chemical weed control, small-medium equipment operation, and watering. Addresses issues/problems by applying prescribed rules, policies, or procedures.

This position reports to our Chatfield Farms location in Littleton, CO. This is a Seasonal position that may work full time hours.

About Us

Green inside and out, Denver Botanic Gardens was founded in 1951 and is considered one of the top botanical gardens in the United States and a pioneer in water conservation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, The Gardens has a robust living plant collection, natural history collection and art collection along with temporary art exhibitions. The Gardens is a dynamic, 24-acre urban oasis in the heart of the city, offering unforgettable opportunities to flourish with unique garden experiences for the whole family – as well as world-class exhibitions, education, and plant conservation research programs.

For more information, visit us online at www.botanicgardens.org.

Duties & Responsibilities

Uses appropriate horticultural & forestry techniques with an understanding of plant cultural requirements.
Uses appropriate safety procedures.
Completes assigned daily/weekly/monthly tasks including but not limited to herbicide applications, mulching, seeding, transplanting, watering, pruning, tree removal, mowing, irrigation repair, dead heading, and seed collection.
Practices Integrated Pest Management when dealing with plant disease, nutrition, and insect problems.
Maintains paths and common areas to keep free of weeds, debris, and litter.
Works with on-going volunteers and occasionally leads volunteer groups.
Provides various support for research projects onsite.
Supplies the manager with plant related documentation as necessary.
Maintains satisfactory working relationships with all departments, managers, co-workers, volunteers, and others to assure highest quality experience for all Denver Botanic Gardens visitors.
Maintains a positive, helpful, and solution-oriented demeanor when responding to or serving members and visitors, providing courteous, accurate responses to all inquiries.
Participates in special events as needed, including but not limited to Lavender Festival, Pumpkin Festival, Corn Maze, Trail of Lights, and concerts. Duties may include but not limited to assisting with set-up, teardown, and cleanup.
Regular attendance at the worksite may be required. As with all positions at Denver Botanic Gardens, the incumbent must be in good performance standing to be eligible for remote work. Remote work is at the discretion of management at all times.
All Gardens employees must be committed to the mission of connecting people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky Mountain region and similar regions around the world, providing delight and enlightenment to everyone.

Position Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge with Solid plant identification.
Knowledge with cultural requirements of herbaceous and woody plants
Knowledge in all aspects of routine landscape maintenance, including but not limited to planting, pruning, watering, weed identification and control.
Knowledge of chemical application and chainsaw operation.
Ability to care for plant collections through standard horticulture and arboriculture practices, and to complete specific tasks as directed by supervisor.
Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public.
Ability to maintain stability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations.
Ability to be flexible and willing to modify plans, when necessary, throughout the day.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and Teams.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.
Must be a positive representative of the Gardens both internally and externally at all times.
Must work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and the public.
Must be committed to working safely at all times.

Education and Experience

High school diploma / GED and/or combination of education and equivalent experience is required.
Minimum of 1 years of experience in Arboriculture, Forestry, Restoration, Natural Areas, or Open Space maintenance setting.
Experience with all landscape hand tools and basic machinery.

Additional Information

Come work for a place that offers you SO much more than just a paycheck!

Application Instructions

https://www.botanicgardens.org/join-give/career-opportunities