Job Description
Arborist I - Urban Forestry (6 month term)
Special Instructions for applicants: Candidates must submit a resume and Driver’s Abstract. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver's Abstract, you may still apply by uploading a word document stating Driver’s Abstract is on order or Do not possess a Driver’s Licence. Class 3 Driver’s Licence is preferred.
An Arborist performs specialized arboricultural work in the planting, removal, and maintenance of urban trees.
Duties
- Plants, prunes, tops, falls and removes trees; identifies diseased trees and performs surgery & repair (e.g., cleaning affected areas, cabling and bracing, etc.).
- Performs other duties associated with the urban tree maintenance program, including stump grinding, root removal, fertilizing, etc.
- Uses and maintains specialized climbing gear consisting of harnesses and a rigging system of ropes and pulleys to climb h...