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Accepting applications for:
Maintenance Worker I – Forestry
Parks & Forestry Division / Parks & Recreation Department
Application deadline: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Full salary range: $47,507.20 – $61,172.80
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
Job summary
Under immediate direction, performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and care of the urban forest in parks,
along trails, in natural areas and other public facilities and grounds within the City.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
High school education or G.E.D. and four to six months of related experience or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Experience in tree maintenance, arboriculture and/or urban forestry.
Must obtain forklift and backhoe certification within 12 months of hire. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of
Iowa commercial driver’s license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class A
commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsements within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing
requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background
check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
High school education or G.E.D. and seven to twelve months of related experience or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Pesticide applicator’s license.
More information:
A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and
abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.
The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF
website for more information: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-
service#qualifying-repayment-plans.
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential
City employees.
Date posted: June 23, 2025
the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests.
Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available