Forester

About the role

The City of Marinette Department of Public Works is seeking a Forester to manage and maintain the City’s urban forest, parks, and right-of-way tree population.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the City’s urban forest, parks, and right-of-way tree population.
• Plan and perform forestry, arboriculture, and landscape maintenance activities including tree planting, pruning, removals, inspections, equipment operation, and public interaction.
• Supervise crews, coordinate contractors, assist with grant projects, and respond to storm or emergency events under the direction of the Superintendent of Public Works.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• One to two years of related experience preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to obtain aerial lift certification and Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical labor.

Qualifications

• Must establish residency within thirty (30) miles of the jurisdictional boundary of the City of Marinette in the State of Wisconsin within six months of hire.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• New hires receive paid holidays, vacation (received on your first day), sick pay, paid life insurance, comprehensive benefit package available, Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) – best-funded public employee retirement system in the country, employee assistance program and more!

Pay

The 2026 hourly pay for this position is up to $33.45 / hour. This position is eligible for the annual COLA pending City Council approval.

Schedule

The typical work schedule is 40 hours a week, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (hours outside of normal schedule may vary based on seasonal and emergency response).

Contact Information

The City of Marinette is located at 1905 Hall Ave, Marinette, WI 54143. Phone: 715-732-5149. Email: joczus@marinette.wi.us.

The City of Marinette is an Equal Opportunity Employer.