Arborist I
City of Oakville’s Parks and Open Space Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Arborist I. City of Oakville’s Parks and Open Space Department manages the town’s parks, trails, sports fields, and green spaces. It provides maintenance, preservation, and recreational enhancements to ensure accessible. It promotes environmental stewardship and quality public spaces. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Oakville
Department: Parks and Open Space
Position: Arborist I
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $38.64 hourly
Employment Type: Full time
Location: Oakville, ON, CA
Position ID: 4260-004,005,997,998
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a certificate or diploma in Urban Forestry, Arboriculture
Experience: Candidates should have 2+ years of tree climbing experience and practical arboriculture work experience
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be flexible in adjusting between a variety of duties and be able to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a related discipline from a recognized institution. An equivalent combination of education and experience
- The candidates should possess a valid Crane Operator (0-8 tons) certificate and a “Safety in Line Clearing” certificate from the Electrical Utility Safety Association or an equivalent such as a Line Clearing Awareness certificate from Hydro One
- The candidates should have an ISA Certified Tree Worker designation and a certificate in the Trade of Arborist (Provincial designation) as well as a Certificate in the Trade of Utility Arborist
- The candidates should be knowledgeable in current accepted industry practices and be physically fit to work in varying climate conditions
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate their qualifications through written, oral, and practical examinations
- The candidates should have effective communication skills, both oral and written, along with strong time management skills
- The candidates should have an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- The candidates should hold a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License, Class DZ minimum (standard and automatic transmission), with a driving record demonstrating responsible and safe driving behavior. Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration
- The candidates should be able to provide a current driver’s abstract (no older than 30 days) and pass a Town-administered road test prior to assuming the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to implement assigned arboriculture work orders, including pruning, removal, and cabling, according to current policies, procedures, and accepted maintenance practices
- The candidates should be able to operate specialized equipment, including aerial bucket trucks, chippers, chain saws, skid steers, stumpers, and standard tree climbing equipment safely and efficiently
- The candidates should be able to maintain written records, including tree maintenance work orders, activity cards, and tailboard talk plans
- The candidates should be able to provide work direction and training to other staff while ensuring duties are performed in compliance with Health and Safety standards, use a tablet computer to update completed work electronically
- The candidates should be able to perform hydro line clearing, grid pruning projects, and woodlands tree maintenance, including diagnosing tree maintenance requirements and responding to occasional service requests
- The candidates should be able to participate in an on-call pager schedule on a 24/7 rotational basis throughout the year, including emergency storm management after-hours service and perform other duties
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.