Overview
Crew Member Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program Cohort Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia, USA at Greening Youth Foundation
Job Posting:
Crew Member Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program Cohort 6
Position:
Crew Member
Program:
Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program (UFOR)
Location:
Atlanta, GA
About the Program:
The Urban Forestry Career Pathways (UFOR) is a job training program for young adults who are looking to start a job in urban forestry, including tree care, green space maintenance, and other
hands-on work
. Participants will learn the phases of tree planting, safe tool use, pruning techniques, and arborist skills through structured,
hands-on
training with our partner, Trees Atlanta. You will work in Atlanta Beltline Arboretum green spaces and in Atlanta neighborhoods to practice skills.
In addition to fieldwork, participants will receive professional job skills and personal development training through structured classroom sessions. This experience in the arborist industry can serve as a pathway to careers in tree care or environmental preservation.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planting and maintaining trees along the Atlanta Beltline.
Follow instructions from the team lead and Trees Atlanta partners to ensure safe and effective work practices.
Learn and apply safe tool use, pruning techniques, and other arborist skills.
Participate instructured trainingsessions to develop professional and personal skills.
Engage in team activities and contribute to the overall success of the program.
Maintain a positive and proactive attitude towards environmental preservation and community beautification.
Qualifications:
Willingness to learn and engage in physical outdoor work.
Ability to work effectively in ateam environment.
Interest in environmental conservation and learning the benefits of trees in city neighborhoods.
Reliable and punctual with astrong work ethic.
No prior experience required; training will be provided.
Benefits:
Hands-ontraining in tree planting and arborist skills.
Professional developmentandpersonal growthopportunities.
Opportunity to make apositive impacton the environment and the community.
Potential career pathways in tree care and environmental preservation.
Earn while you learn:
Hands-ontraining in tree planting and tree care skills.
UFOR Program Includes:
10 weeks of full-time, paidon-the-job training.
Hands-ontraining outdoors with tree care professionals from Trees Atlanta, who will train and coach you in various tree care methods.
Classroom sessions to prepare you for job hunting and the application process.
Lessons on personal money management and financial fluency.
Transportation assistance (prepaid MARTA card) and more.
Opportunities to meet potential employers and receive support to set you on the path to a new career.
Eligibility Requirements:
Age 18-30.
Resident of a “CEJST” (climate and economic justice) area of metro Atlanta.
Commitment to attend for 10 weeks, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm each day.
More about the goals of UFOR:
Trees make our neighborhoods better by keeping temperatures cooler, improving the environment, and helping to keep people healthier and well. We need trees in all communities, but especially where more trees can add environmental and economic benefits. UFOR’s goal is to build a pathway tomeaningful workthat benefits individuals and their communities. This program will grow the number of people who can plant and take care of these powerful community …
Title: Crew Member Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program Cohort
Company: Greening Youth Foundation
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care, Education / Teaching
