Apply for PHS's SW Tree Training 2024
PHS in partnership with Bartram’s Garden, Haven of Hope & Opportunity, Jastech, Green City Works, C&H Landscaping, and Asplundh are offering a unique opportunity for residents of Southwest Philadelphia to develop their skills in tree care and urban greening. This paid six-week training, made possible through funding from the William Penn Foundation, will introduce individuals to the rapidly growing tree care industry in and around Philadelphia. Participants will participate in classroom and hands-on training in ecology, basic tree care, and tool and equipment operations. Upon completion, trainees will graduate and be placed in full-time jobs with long-term potential within PHS’s network of employer partners.
Date/Time/Location
When: September 3 - October 11, 2024
Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Southwest Philadelphia
The training is broken down into three phases:
- Core Skills Training: 4 weeks of hands-on and classroom-based training in tree care.
- On-the-Job Internship: 2 weeks of on-the-job training with an industry employer.
- Graduation & Job Placement: Full-time job placement with employer.
Admission Criteria:
- Must be over 18 years of age
- Be legally eligible to work in Pennsylvania
- Be a resident of one of the following SW Philadelphia zip codes: 19153, 19143, 19142, 19139
- Be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Be physically able to perform all tasks associated with an outdoor, physical labor position
- Applicants with a valid Driver's License are preferred
