- Location
- SE PA
Hey buzzers!
We've got a position opened and hoping to get some solid candidates! Although we're looking for someone with 3-5 years climbing experience, we've got the flexibility to fill the position as an Arborist Apprentice, Arborist or Senior Arborist. Feel free to spread the word and reach out with any questions! - Thank you!
As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a full-time Arborist to join our team of experienced Arborists in maintaining a magnificent collection of historic trees, on Longwood’s 1,100 acres. Our collections include 62 champion trees, the largest number of champion trees in Pennsylvania. Arborists are responsible for applying proper pruning techniques, executing removals, cabling and bracing, and practicing all aspects of tree care as outlined in the ANSI A300 standards while complying with ANSI Z133 safety protocols. The arborist team is also responsible for installing Longwood’s well-known Christmas light display which requires a significant amount of time and expertise over the course of the year. Responsibilities include:
Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.
We've got a position opened and hoping to get some solid candidates! Although we're looking for someone with 3-5 years climbing experience, we've got the flexibility to fill the position as an Arborist Apprentice, Arborist or Senior Arborist. Feel free to spread the word and reach out with any questions! - Thank you!
As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a full-time Arborist to join our team of experienced Arborists in maintaining a magnificent collection of historic trees, on Longwood’s 1,100 acres. Our collections include 62 champion trees, the largest number of champion trees in Pennsylvania. Arborists are responsible for applying proper pruning techniques, executing removals, cabling and bracing, and practicing all aspects of tree care as outlined in the ANSI A300 standards while complying with ANSI Z133 safety protocols. The arborist team is also responsible for installing Longwood’s well-known Christmas light display which requires a significant amount of time and expertise over the course of the year. Responsibilities include:
- Managing trees within a section of the property.
- Leading the arborist team through projects within an area of responsibility.
- Supporting team members in various projects.
- Supervising and training interns and volunteers.
- Pruning (crown cleaning, crown/weight reduction, structural, pollarding, and shearing) via rope, bucket trucks, spider lifts, and/or cranes.
- Supporting PHC initiatives such as root collar excavations, root zone invigoration, and spraying or injecting.
- Performing removals via rope, spikes, bucket trucks, spider lifts, and/or cranes.
- Supporting storm damage clean up.
- Supporting snow clearing operations using plows, brooms, blowers, and shoveling.
- 3 years of climbing experience as an Arborist.
- Experience in Arboriculture, Forestry or Horticulture fields preferred.
- A strong knowledge of plant health care preferred.
- Desire for continued learning and professional development
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certification preferred.
- A Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
- Pennsylvania CDL Class B driver’s license preferred.
- General computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Willing to work in all weather conditions and able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.
