Tree Nursery Aide (Interim) (Non Merit)

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8/29/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Tree Nursery Aide (Interim) (Non Merit)

Salary

$17.07 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM |ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

 

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

Location

326 Tree Nursery Rd
West Liberty, KY 41472 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx.

By joining the Division of Forestry, Forest Management Branch, Nursery Section as an Interim Tree Nursery Aide in Morgan County, you will have the opportunity to provide support in nursery operations and assist in ensuring the integrity and consistency of the nursery's tree seedlings.

Holders of the Tree Nursery Aide Interim position will complete tasks such as:

• Assisting nursery personnel with the daily monitoring of nursery conditions, activities, and performance.
• Preparing beds for seeding, and covering beds with mulch.
• Collecting, extracting, and processing various types of seed.
• Maintaining beds, keeping them weeded, irrigated, and fertilized to promote seedling growth.
• Lifting, packing, and shipping bare root tree seedlings.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Effective organization and documentation skills.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a tree nursery setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.