Entry-Level Arborist

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - New York, NY - 605 Third Ave
• Compensation: USD 62 - USD 80 - yearly

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Arborist to be based in New York, NY
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This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Documenting all phases of construction in and around city-owned trees.
• Provide oversight for excavation of sidewalk, installation of utility lines, and installation of new sidewalk around trees in the boroughs of Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, NY.
• Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical projects with limited scope.
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Collects and enters data and applies technical principles and theories.

• BA/BS + None or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, clean driving record, personal vehicle, and the ability to navigate to and through Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, NY.
• Physically able, with or without an accommodation, to work in indoor and outdoor environments with uneven terrain, variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dusts, and noise. Position requires frequent standing/walking, operation of vehicles, work in an environment of heavy, moving, dangerous equipment; occasionally power gripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers, etc.), working alone in isolated/remote areas, and performing keyboard/mouse operations. Position will include wearing associated personal protective equipment, including safety shoes/boots, hard hat, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, and high visibility vest.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Sciences, Biology, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Science
• Excellent business writing, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, as well as the ability to multitask and work within deadlines.
• A current Arborist Certification by the International Society of Arboriculture.
• Previous internship or professional experience with natural resources, arborist-landscaping, and/or construction oversight.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.