Forestry Inspector-C1177 (Under Review)

City of London•London, ON

10d•CA$56,447 - CA$79,138•Onsite

About The Position

The Forestry Inspector will report to and carry out work under the direction of the Supervisor, Forestry Operations or designate. This role involves reviewing tree planting operations for new subdivision plans, gathering data, communicating with stakeholders, and performing contract administration. The inspector will make recommendations for the acceptance of plant material and the release of securities. Additionally, they will conduct inspections for tree work orders, including trimming, removal, and tree planting warranties, and maintain the City of London Tree Inventory by entering and updating current data.

Requirements

Completion of a two-year College diploma as a Forestry Technician, in Arboriculture or Urban Forestry, or equivalent, is required.
Two years of previous related experience in forestry or arboriculture is required.
Valid International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist certification.
Valid International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ).
Valid Class G Driver's license required.
Ability to maintain good customer relations.
Ability to use computerized equipment for data entry, and understanding of spreadsheets.
Must complete a Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of soil components and testing methodology is an asset.
Geographic Information Systems experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs tree inspections using current industry tree risk assessment methods and International Society of Arboriculture Tree Risk Assessment forms.
Performs woodlot perimeter and trail inspections for tree risk management, identifying hazard trees.
Meets with City staff and contractors at pre-construction meetings to review City of London construction project requirements, expected job performance requirements, and tender document details.
Monitors contracts in regard to tree-related items and tree protection.
Provides contractor monitoring with communication and materials to be distributed on-site during contracts at the time of planting.
Provides on-site direction to the tree contractor with regards to tree trimming, removal, and planting locations and species substitutions as required.
Coordinates, reviews, and administers street tree planting operations and City parks in accordance with City policies, procedures, guidelines, and tender documents.
Arranges for soil testing procedures and documentation to be carried out in each plan of subdivision prior to planting operations in accordance with City specifications.
Tests for tree decay by analyzing data received through electronic testing equipment and demonstrates its use to other staff.
Ensures compliance with City policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding street tree planting in new subdivisions, documenting any contractor non-compliance.
Summarizes and files completed tree planting data pertaining to each plan of subdivision.
Updates tree inventory data on the City's computerized street tree inventory system, potentially using a hand-held computer field tablet.
Confirms the accuracy of invoices received from contractors and forwards them to the Supervisor, Forestry Operations for processing.
Performs other forestry operations related duties as assigned.