City of Edmonton |
Posted Date:
June 19, 2024
Closing Date:
June 25, 2024
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Contact | City of Edmonton |
As an Arborist II you will be working within Urban Forestry to plan and direct tree planting operations. You will take on a lead role in the training/mentoring of Labourers in order to ensure the proper skills and abilities are developed to meet the requirements and standards of the City.
What will you do?
– Review tree vacancies and determine routing sites for the planting of trees and using appropriate species of trees for specific locations/size restraints
– Field lead planting daily operations—including on-site supervision and site inspections. Direction will encompass the planting of trees, placement of soil and wood chips as well as the placement of stakes, braces, guys, and similar supports as required
– Guide the compliments of equipment—such as the tree spade, or an auger, the loader or tractor, the tandem dump truck, and 2 to 5 Ton trucks and trailers
– Mark locations in field, mapping, and coordinating with stakeholders on site (when required)
– Coordinate stake pulling/tie wire
– Track hired equipment and sign off on work completed
– Coordinate with a nursery for soil and planting material, including loading
– Coordinate with Forestry crews for mulch delivery
– Where required, repair turf and ground damage caused by operations
– Visit sites before planting to verify stumps have been removed and underground utilities are located/daylighted
– Plan and coordinate laydown/staging areas adjacent to work sites. This includes cleanup of sites and moving between sites
– Provide updated planting information for inventory updates, including updating data in a Geographical Information System
– Track and update stake locations, nursery information, and watering details for coordination of tree work in suitable formats, through Davey Tree Keeper, Google Sheets
– Maintain planting schedules
– When required, performs tasks (or directs the tasks) associated with tree maintenance and labourer activities
– Inspect and assess trees for pests and diseases, injuries, or growth forms and prescribe treatments to address issues
– Conduct structural risk assessments
– Assist in the preparation of written responses communicate directly to inquiries from the public and attend to work generated by requests/complaints
– Operation and maintenance of arboricultural equipment such as trucks and trailers, power saws, stump cutters, chippers, augers, pole pruners, handsaws, and pole saws
– Perform other related duties associated with arboriculture as required
Qualifications:
– Completion of Grade 12 or GED
– Current ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) certification
– 4 years of related experience with a specific focus on tree planting, pruning, maintenance, and removal; plus arboriculture and silviculture work
Assets:
– 4 years of experience and demonstrated ability in Chainsaw Operations (Arbor Master Canada), Ground Worker Operations, Tree Hazard Assessment, Tree Felling (Arbor Master Canada), Tree Pest and Disease Management, Ropes/Knots/Rigging, Bolting and Cabling, Pruning, Barricading, Flagman, Fall Protection, and Electrical Awareness. – – Training/certifications in these areas
– Air Brakes Endorsement is considered an asset
– Valid Alberta Class 3 driver’s license with Air Brakes Endorsement (or provincial equivalent) considered an asset
Skills required for success:
– Experience and knowledge in large tree care, plant identification, and tree pest identification
– Ability to use computer programs and familiar with using and creating spreadsheets
– Ability and experience using GIS based software (i.e. ArcGIS, Davey TreeKeeper, Geomedia)
– Ability to complete task cards, work records, and interpret work assignments
– Knowledge of safety precautions
– Exemplary customer service skills
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
– Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
– Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion.
– Applicants may be tested
Conditions of Employment:
– Completion of Foremanship 1 (or must be completed within 1 year)
– Standard First Aid including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
– Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit is a requirement of this position
– The ability and willingness to operate or be trained on aerial bucket trucks and other related forestry tasks as required
– Must be physically capable of performing the duties assigned to the class and be able to work in all weather conditions
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits
Up to 1 permanent full-time position (based out of Westwood 12304 107 St) and 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months (based out of Ellerslie 2415 101 St SW) are available
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $34.692 (Hourly); $72,436.900 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AM / RA
Classification Title: Arborist II
Posting Date: Jun 18, 2024
Closing Date: Jun 25, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 2 – Permanent and Temporary Positions Full-time
Union : CUPE Local 30
Department: Parks and Roads Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)
Apply Now at: https://recruitment.edmonton.ca/job/49998/Planting-Arborist-II
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.