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Position Location

12250 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20191 

This is an on-site position requiring a minimum of four days per week at Reston Association’s Central Services Facility.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about tree care maintenance and making a difference in the community? At Reston Association (RA), we’re committed to enhancing the quality of life for Reston residents through outstanding programs, exceptional services, and dedicated stewardship of the community’s natural and recreational resources. As the community steward, RA is responsible for maintaining the quality of life in Reston, chiefly by caring for and administering the community's most precious asset - its real property. 

At RA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are actively seeking an Tree Care Technician/Arborist I to join our team! The primary function of this position is to perform tree care on Association land to protect members, prevent damage to property, and promote the health of natural resources.

The Tree Care Technician/Arborist I performs skilled tree care on Association land to protect members, safeguard property, and support the health of natural resources. This role conducts complex pruning, removals, and maintenance using climbing techniques, aerial lifts, chainsaws, rigging systems, and other specialized equipment in accordance with ANSI safety standards. The position also develops daily work and safety plans and operates large trucks, trailers, skid-steers, and related machinery.

The Tree Care Technician/Arborist 1 I participates in invasive exotic species control, monthly brush chipping, and other Natural Areas programs. Responsibilities include routine maintenance and inspection of tools, climbing gear, and life safety equipment; conducting tree inspections and natural area inventories; and working directly with residents regarding tree issues and property boundaries. As designated Emergency Services Personnel, the Arborist I also supports snow removal and assists with aerial lift operations during emergencies.

Duties include tree pruning along wooded edges near ballfields, courts, clusters, and recreation areas, as well as responding to emerging tree diseases and insect infestations. The Arborist I mentors the Arborist Assistant, providing guidance on safe chainsaw use and foundational tree care practices.

 What You’ll Bring

• ISA Arborist Certification and/or ISA Tree Worker Certification (preferred). 
• First AID and CPR Certification or ability to complete within 6 months of hire (certifications offered in-house).
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Three or more years of tree care experience (preferred).
• High School Degree or GED education equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact courteously with members of the association on a regular basis.

What You Can Expect from Reston Association

At RA, we are leading the model community where all can Live, Work, Play and Get Involved, and we strive to preserve and enhance the Reston community through outstanding leadership, service and stewardship of our resources. Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership guide everything we do, and we are proud to provide a workplace in which everyone is treated as an individual with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and always endeavors to provide an atmosphere that exceeds member expectations and engages collaboration and communication.

If you are passionate about a workplace that is dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and advancing community while at the same time creating a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or state as an individual with a disability.

Compensation

At RA, your base hourly rate serves as just one element of our comprehensive total rewards package. The rate range provided reflects the full scope of potential base compensation, but factors such as relevant experience, skills, and qualifications will play a crucial role in determining the final offer.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer an extensive array of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. 

 Our offerings include:

• Compressed four-daywork week of Monday-Thursdaycomprisedof10-hourshifts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability coverage 
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and federal holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional Legal Resources, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Staff events
• Free electric car charging on-site (Headquarters location only)