Green Job opportunities
Cool the City is creating opportunities for Richmond residents to use their skills to care for trees, expand our urban forest, build healthier neighborhoods, and educate the community. Explore the opportunities below to find the role that’s right for you.
Equipment Technician Senior
City of Richmond Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities
Use your equipment operation, maintenance, and outdoor work skills to help grow Richmond’s urban forest. The Equipment Technician Senior will support tree planting and care on Parks properties, prepare sites for new plantings, operate heavy and medium-duty equipment, and help maintain existing green spaces. This role is a good fit for an experienced equipment operator who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, working outdoors, and helping lead tree planting and care activities with community volunteers. Desired start date: October 19, 2026.
Maintenance Field Worker
City of Richmond Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities
Help care for the trees and green spaces that make Richmond healthier and more resilient. The Maintenance Field Worker will work alongside Parks staff on tree planting, site preparation, landscape maintenance, invasive plant removal, and tree care activities across Parks properties. This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work, working with tools, learning new skills, and contributing to projects that benefit Richmond communities. Desired start date: October 19, 2026.
Community advocacy manager
Groundwork rva
The Community Advocacy Manager will play a vital role in advancing Groundwork RVA’s community-based initiatives and ensuring holistic support for program participants. This full-time, grant-funded position focuses on supporting youth and apprentices in moments of crisis, while building systems of care and community connection that promote resilience, thriving, and long-term success. Desired start date: October 19th.
Communications intern
Virginia interfaith power and light
This part-time internship position will work closely with faith communities, advocates, volunteers, and organizers to support campaigns that protect Virginia’s environment. You will gain hands-on experience in communications, organizing, and advocacy while learning about environmental justice issues.