Masters’ Challenge Limb Walk The Masters’ Challenge Event is the championship round of the competition. The top men and top women finishers from the preliminary round advance to the Masters’ Challenge to compete for the title of ITCC World Champion. The Masters’ Challenge is designed to judge the contestant’s overall productivity and skill with a rope and saddle in the tree. Each station requires the contestant to demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to perform safe and efficient tree work. This is a timed event, pre-determined by the judges, based on the difficulty of the tree and its ..read more

Skyline Tree Service needs groundman.  We will train.  No previous experience necessary. If you enjoy working outdoors (year round) Skyline would like to talk with you about entry level opportunities.  Better than average starting pay, fully paid major medical, matching 401K and other benefits. Send your resume to Ted@Skylinetreesvc.com or call 630-584-2221 to schedule a telephone interview. Full job description available upon request. The post Groundman – Skyline will train – no experience necessary appeared first on Illinois Arborist Association ..read more

Village of Arlington Heights Human Resources Department Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847-368-5161 November 4, 2021 NOTICE Maintenance Worker I Public Works Department – Forestry & Grounds Unit The Village of Arlington Heights is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Worker I, Forestry & Grounds Unit, in the Public Works Department. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), one or more years of experience in general or municipal maintenance and repair or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the ess ..read more

Forestry Technican The Village of Lombard is seeking a Forestry Technician in the Urban Landscaping & Forestry Division of Public Works to perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks and equipment operation work in the trimming, removal and planting of trees and shrubs on Village-owned property under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Works. Duties include: maintenance and removal of trees including properly installing rigging and equipment as needed and adhering to safety standards. Respond to emergency work situations 24 hours a day, which include but not limited to: plowing or salt ..read more

General Information Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in Illinois.  It was first sighted on Thurs, June 8th in the Windings subdivision in Lily Lake (west of St. Charles) in Kane County.  It was positively identified by Friday afternoon.  Illinois Dept of Ag (IDA) announced the find and their immediate actions this afternoon.  See press release below. There are details in the press release, but of interest to arborists are: The size of the infestation is not yet known.  Delimiting surveys are being done now. Quarantines will be established (after public ..read more

Watch the video below. CLICK HERE for more information and to register! CLICK HERE TO BE A SPONSOR The post 2020 Virtual Summer Conference – July 13-16, 2:00-4:00pm Daily appeared first on Illinois Arborist Association ..read more

Arborist Certification & Municipal Specialist Workshops & Exams will be held at the following locations: Arborist Certification Workshops Virtually Via Zoom Wednesday’s, August 12 – October 14, 2020 ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM BELOW Arborist Certification Workshops LOCATION: Homewood Landscape Building 18355 Pierce Avenue Homewood, IL 60430 Wednesday’s September 2 – October 28, 2020 CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM Municipal Specialist Workshop & Exam LOCATION: Homewood Landscape Building 18355 Pierce Avenue Homewood, IL 60430 Wednesday’s September 29 – October 28, 2020 CLICK HERE ..read more

Please note that this training is being postponed until further notice. March 21 & 28, 2020 from 8:00am – 2:00pm Instruction by: Eduardo Medina Training Location: The Mulch Center, Deerfield CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM The post Spanish Hands-On Tree Worker Training POSTPONED appeared first on Illinois Arborist Association ..read more

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  Forest Preserve District of DuPage CountyApply Online: https://easyapply.co/a/0d9833a2-338f-4a26-9379-639c7b3d1f85. Or go to our website: www.dupageforest.org and click Get Involved, Work for Us, District Employment Job Title:  Forestry WorkerJob Code: 613 Business Unit:  Natural Resources / Grounds ManagementCompensation: $42,238 – $56,316FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt Manager Title:  Grounds Maintenance ForemanLast Date ..read more