Job Status: Filled

Arborist Technician - Resource Management Projects (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Contract

  Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) (http://www.trca.on.ca/)

  Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada

Arborist Technician - Resource Management Project

1 Year Contract Position (with possibility of extension). 
Proposed Start Date: May 12, 2014

Division: Restoration Services

 

Summary of Function:

To provide arboricultural services in a dynamic team environment with the implementation of TRCA Managed Forest, Emerald Ash Borer and Hazard Tree Management programs and tree maintenance projects.  Candidates will perform various activities related to urban forestry/arboriculture on TRCA properties including climbing, pruning and removal, tree surveys, tree evaluation and hazard abatement, TreeAzin stem injections and maintenance of a wide range of associated tools, climbing and personal protective equipment.  Provide excellent customer and client service.  Working safely is a condition of employment.

Knowledge and Experience:

  • Certificate or diploma in arboriculture/urban forestry or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience.
  • Ability to work as part of a team environment.
  • Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions
  • Certified Arborist/Tree Worker
  • Minimum 3 years climbing experience
  • Chainsaw certification.
  • Valid Ontario driver's license - Class G
  • Valid Pesticide Applicator's License an asset
  • Standard First Aid/CPR an asset.

Example of Tasks:

Perform the following tasks under general supervision:

1. Reporting to the TRCA Forester, the candidate will perform a variety of tasks associated with tree pruning, removal, planting and maintenance.
2. Assist with the implementation of EAB treatments and abatements as directed;
3. Assist with operation and maintenance of tools and related equipment;
4. Other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Salary Range:
Range 4 - $21.81 to $23.35 per hour, pending review. 40 hours per week.