Urban Forestry Youth Mentor

About the Opportunity

The Urban Forestry Youth Mentor position is a unique role that will help carry out the mission from both the Workforce Development and the Program division of the organization.

The Forestry Technician role is considered an entry-level position that conducts its work mainly in an outdoors setting. A Forestry Technician assists with all aspects of the maintenance of Atlanta’s public right-of-way, park trees, and green spaces to sustain the health and vigor of Atlanta’s urban canopy. Technicians will work closely with Trees Atlanta program staff. This role will act as training for the practical work of the Youth Mentorship role.

• Perform proper tree maintenance – watering, mulching, and pruning
• Perform plant removal of target species such as privet or kudzu
• Apply chemical treatments correctly
• Maintain company-owned tools and equipment (including equipment with small engines & vehicles)
• Serve and educate the Metro Atlanta community with a positive attitude while carrying out the Trees Atlanta mission to protect and grow the city’s canopy
• Manage groups of volunteers (3‑20 people) on weekly maintenance projects

The Youth Tree Team is a seven‑week summer work program that introduces Youth to Trees Atlanta’s mission and a variety of “Green Collar” professions. The Youth Tree Team Mentor role is to serve an integral part of the facilitation of the program for both supervision and guidance.

• Leading and supervising Youth Tree Team Members and Leaders In Training (a group of 55‑70 high school students with diverse backgrounds and cultures) on weekly maintenance projects such as watering, weeding, and mulching
• Managing a crew of 8‑10 youth
• Being assigned to 1‑2 Student Supervisors for direct mentorship
• Coordinating logistics for Youth Tree Team lunches, field trips, and lunch and learns
• Acting responsibly as an ambassador for Trees Atlanta while out on worksites
• Conducting weekly student evaluations
• Monitoring smaller groups during enrichment day field trips

• Be at least 18 years of age (limited positions available for those under 21)
• Be 21 or older to drive Trees Atlanta vehicles (must have a valid driver’s license with at least a 3‑year clear driving history)
• Have an interest or experience in working or learning about Environmental Conservation, Education (secondary, post‑secondary, outdoor), Landscape Architecture, Forestry, or Horticulture
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions in a physically demanding environment with much bending, lifting (30‑50 lbs), and shoveling
• Preferred experience driving a 12‑15 passenger van or box trucks
• Have an updated tetanus shot

Please submit an employment application. A resume/job history is required and a cover letter is optional.

All final candidates will be required to pass both a criminal background check and drug screening; adverse results could impact hiring (Trees Atlanta is a participant in the Federal Drug‑Free Workplace program ).

Final candidates applying for positions that require driving company owned vehicles will also have to pass a Motor Vehicle Report review to determine eligibility. Eligible drivers must also pass a DOT physical.

All new hires will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States of America. Trees Atlanta in compliance with regulation set by the Department of Homeland Security . Trees Atlanta is a registered E‑Verify employer.