Job Description
Forestry Technician Assistant (Streets and Roads) Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government - 3.3 Fayette County, KY Job Details Full-time $16.75 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description SALARY Effective June 29, 2026- The minimum salary is $16.753 per hour This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable. Pay Grade 510 This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month, $0.52c/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) once obtained within the required first six (6) months of employment.
FILING DEADLINE DATE
The deadline to apply is Monday, June 29, 2026 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled and semi-skilled labor in support of municipal forestry operations, grounds maintenance, and public space upkeep by assisting with tree care and vegetation management activities, as well as general labor tasks related to landscaping, debris removal, equipment handling, and site cleanup. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Two (2) years of related experience Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with planting, pruning, trimming, and removing trees and shrubs on city-owned property and public rights-of-way Support senior forestry staff in tree inspections, site preparation, equipment setup, and safety zone establishment Operate or assist in the operation of chainsaws, pole saws, brush chippers, hand tools, and other related forestry equipment Perform ground support during aerial tree work, including rope handling, debris clearing, and traffic control Remove litter, leaves, branches, and other debris from public spaces, parks, and work sites Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment Performs general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, digging, and moving materials Cleans, maintains, services, and conducts minor repairs on forestry equipment Assists with any other manual labor tasks as needed Respond to inclement weather events with tasks such as snow removal, salting walkways, and storm debris cleanup Performs related work as assigned SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
All Certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Valid Driver's License Must obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles within the first six (6) months of employment SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16. Must be accessible for on-call duty and be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned and during emergencies. Positions are required to perform snow removal duties during weather emergencies. HOW TO APPLY
Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION
, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application. Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer. •APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER
•CLOSING STATEMENT
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below: Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits Direct depo sit is required of all employees. The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment. CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit: Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507 Phone:
(859) 258-3030 Website:
lexingtonky.gov/jobs E-mail:
