The Arborist(s) will be engaged in contemporary scientific methodology and practices to grow, preserve and maintain a wide variety of tropical, sub-tropical, temperate and historical trees at the full performance level. Provides leadership for the implementation of a complete arbor care program for the entire USBG public campus and production facility. Prunes and assists in removal of diseased, dead, hazardous and otherwise unwanted trees. Also prunes trees and ornamental shrubs to obtain proper balance between roots and top growth and to modify or retain natural form. Performs specialized pruning on tropical tree species such as palms and ficus located within the conservatory. Many conservatory plant species are over 50 feet tall and will often grow to reach the conservatory glass ceiling and mechanical systems at nearly 90 feet. These specimens require advanced skilled climbing, pruning and rigging techniques not often used in the trade.

Deadline: 30 July 2024

Salary: $33.61 – $39.26 per hour US dollars

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Washington, DC U.S.A