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Salary : $41,600.00 - $49,400.00 Annually
Location : Parks and Recreation Department, Round Rock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 201802250
Department: PARD - Forestry
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Help keep Round Rock's urban forest healthy, safe, and beautiful!
If you enjoy working outdoors, care about the environment, and want to make a visible impact across our parks and public spaces, this might be the perfect role for you.
About the Role
As a Forestry Technician, you'll provide hands-on tree care throughout City parks, rights-of-way, and other public properties. This role is active, engaging, and essential to maintaining a thriving urban canopy. You'll work with a variety of tools, equipment, and even interact with community volunteers during tree planting events.
What You'll Do
Tree Care & Maintenance

• Prune street and park trees, including hazardous limb removal and storm cleanup.
• Plant new trees and support community planting events.
• Mulch, stake, fertilize, and water young trees using a water truck.
• Monitor overall tree health and report concerns.

Irrigation & Landscape Support

• Install new irrigation lines, perform regular checks, and make repairs.
• Weed, fertilize, and apply herbicides when needed.

Equipment Care

• Perform maintenance on vehicles and equipment twice monthly.
• Clean, sharpen, and maintain chainsaws, power pruners, pole saws, and related tools.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience as a forestry technician or similar fieldwork.
• Valid Class C Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of employment.

What the Work Is Like
This role is physically active and performed mostly outdoors. You should be comfortable:

• Heavy, hands-on outdoor work in varying weather.
• Regular lifting (up to 100 lbs), climbing, bending, and operating equipment.
• Use of chainsaws, chippers, trucks, bucket trucks, and more.
• Required safety gear provided.

Physical Demands
This is a Heavy strength role. Expect to:

• Lift and carry 50-100 lbs occasionally.
• Bend, kneel, climb, and operate foot controls frequently.
• Work closely with your team and communicate regularly with coworkers and the public.

Safety & Work Environment

• Daily exposure to outdoor elements and active work sites.
• Regular exposure to noise, vibration, physical hazards, and mechanical equipment.
• Safety is our top priority so protective equipment is always required.

2026 CITY OF ROUND ROCK EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OVERVIEW
At the City of Round Rock, our employees drive our success. We believe serving the community starts with taking care of our employees. We're committed to offering competitive and comprehensive benefits that not only protect your health and financial future but also help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Health & Medical Coverage
Robust Medical Plans: Comprehensive in-network coverage, 100% covered preventive care, and competitive deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums. The City invests in employee well-being by paying a significant share of premiums and providing subsidies for dependent coverage.
No-Cost, On-Site Primary Care Health Clinic: Free primary care visits at RockCare for employees and eligible dependents, ensuring convenient, quality care.
Dental and Vision Benefits
Dental Plan: Low copays and in-network savings for exams, cleanings, fillings, and major dental procedures.
Vision Plan: Affordable vision coverage with benefits for exams, eyewear, and contact lens services-ensuring you see clearly every day.
Leave Benefits
Paid Parental Leave: Bond with your newest family member through paid parental leave that supports work-life balance when it matters most.
Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals: Accrue 120 hours of vacation leave and 96 hours of sick leave in year one!
Personal Leave: Full-time exempt employees enjoy 40 hours of personal leave a year.
12 Paid City Holidays: A holiday schedule designed for rest, recharge, and time with family and friends.
Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance
Life & AD&D Insurance: Basic life insurance provided at no cost with optional voluntary coverage available to ensure your family's security.
Disability Coverage: Short- and Long-Term Disability plans protect your income in the event of illness or injury.
Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Gap insurance help cover unexpected costs, easing financial stress during tough times.
Flexible Spendings, Retirement & Savings
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Pre-tax options for health care and dependent care expenses that help you manage out-of-pocket costs.
2:1 Match on Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Retirement Pension: Secure your future with our TMRS retirement plan-your savings grow twice as fast! You contribute 7% of your pre-tax gross salary to an account that earns at least 5% interest every year. At retirement, the City matches your TMRS account 2:1 and also provides a supplement death benefit.
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans: Boost your financial goals by deferring some of your pre-tax income and investing it for growth.
Tuition Assistance: Supportfor further education and career development.
Balancing Work and Life
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential counseling services for personal or work-related challenges.
Legal & ID Theft Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with affordable legal assistance and identity theft protection for life's unexpected challenges.
Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with optional pet insurance that helps cover vet costs.
Wellness Benefits:
Free 24/7 gym access with showers, lockers, and modern equipment.
Free Round Rock Public Library card with access to LinkedIn Learning training.
Free Yoga and Strength/Conditioning classes.
Free or discounted memberships to local recreation centers and access to community resources.
Free pool passes (excluding RockNRiver).
Free access to training courses, online and in-person.
And so much more!
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01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
How many years of experience do you have as a forestry technician or similar position?

• None
• Less than one (1) year
• More than one (1) year

03
This position requires you to obtain a Class A CDL within six (6) months of employment. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No, but ABLE to obtain prior to employment.
• No, I am ineligible for a driver's license.

Required Question