Forestry II

City of Windsor

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Windsor offers a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and competitive benefits supporting professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario, Windsor provides affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy. This Regular Full-Time position in the Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department is responsible for the care, maintenance, removal, trimming, and brush removal of shade and ornamental trees within the City of Windsor, utilizing an aerial bucket on public and parkland. The role also involves planting trees for urban reforestation and using spray chemicals for disease and insect control.

Requirements

• Over two (2) years of post secondary community college diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry or Urban Forestry
• Over one (1) year tree maintenance work experience in an urban environment
• Hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘D’ driver’s license with ‘Z’ endorsement in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle
• Provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment
• Complete a post-offer agility test
• Thoroughly familiar with current arboricultural practices, including full tree trim, tree planting, whole tree removal and disease and insect control
• Thoroughly familiar with the care, maintenance and use of all hand tools and mechanical equipment used in Arboriculture
• Thorough knowledge of all native and introduced tree species growing in the Windsor area, including identification, growth habits and pest problems
• Good public relation skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Physically fit and a good climber

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care, maintenance, removal, trimming and brush removal of shade and ornamental trees within the City of Windsor utilizing an aerial bucket on public and parkland
• Planting trees for urban reforestation and use of spray chemicals for disease and insect control will be a component of the position
• Work from rope and saddle, ladder or aerial bucket at all heights
• Safe operation and maintenance of all forestry tools, such as chainsaws, ropes, pole saws, pruners, extension pruners, cables, shovels and axes
• Climb using ladders, ropes and saddle techniques
• Utilize proper forestry techniques and equipment in a safe and efficient manner when operating various equipment including bucket trucks, boom trucks and chippers
• Lift, carry, push and pull tree limbs, materials and supplies utilizing devices such as a Ball Buggy or Dolly
• Guide and instruct new staff as required
• Perform shift work as needed for emergency response calls due to storms or accidents and special work order requirements
• Work in all types of weather conditions with minimum supervision
• Observe safety regulations at all times and maintain amiable relations with the public and fellow staff
• Perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program
• Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive benefits that supports professional growth
• Equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve
• Accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree