Job Description
Job Description
Position Location
12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191
This is an on-site position requiring a minimum of four days per week at our Reston Headquarters, 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 anArboristto 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 Arborist role involves performing complex tree work, including pruning, removals, and maintenance, utilizing specialized tools and techniques such as climbing, aerial lifts, chainsaws, winches, ropes, and brush chippers. Work is conducted in accordance with ANSI standards, requiring proficiency in rigging and lowering techniques to ensure safe tree pruning and removals. Responsibilities include developing and implementing work and safety plans, operating large trucks, trailers, skid-steers with implements, and front-end loaders. A strong emphasis is placed on high safety standards, tree risk assessment, tree identification, equipment inspection, proper knot application, climbing techniques, rigging, and pruning skills.
Additionally, the role includes participation in invasive-exotic control, monthly brush chipping programs, and other Natural Areas initiatives. Routine maintenance of tools and equipment used for tree care is essential, alongside the inspection of life-support gear for defects, incompatibility, and usage beyond its designated service life. Collaboration with other Natural Areas staff is required for tree inspections, natural area inventories, and addressing member concerns; this includes discussions with residents regarding tree issues and property boundaries. As designated Emergency Services Personnel, the Arborist’s responsibilities extend to snow removal operations and aerial lift operation for tree work.
Tree care duties include pruning along wooded edges bordering ballfields, tennis courts, and clusters, as well as performing ornamental pruning at recreation areas. The role also involves responding to outbreaks of new tree diseases and insect pests such as Emerald Ash Borer. Additionally, this position serves as a mentor to the Arborist Assistant, providing training on safe chainsaw use for personnel and other crews.
What You’ll Bring
- Prefer ISA Arborist Certification and/or ISA Tree Worker Certification.
- 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.
- Prefer three or more years of tree care experience.
- 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-day work week of Monday-Thursday comprised of 10-hour shifts
- 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
- Employe Assistance Program
- Optional Legal Resources, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance
- Free recreation passes for seasonal employees and their dependents
- Discounted fees for all Recreation Programs and Camp Programs
- Discounts in the RA Tennis and Pickleball Pro Shop
We are dedicated to promoting a welcoming and rewarding workplace where all employees can thrive and feel valued. Your growth and success are important to us, and we strive to provide the resources and support necessary for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.
Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM