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The City of Edmonton’s Urban Forestry Department is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Arborist to join our team.
As an Arborist I (certified) you will play a crucial role in the maintenance, preservation, and enhancement of our urban forest. This position involves performing skilled tree care, including pruning and removing trees in various environments within the municipality.
Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve results in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.
What will you do?

• Ensure the safety, structural development, and health of trees by utilizing hand and power tools, and aerial lift units
• Prune trees to remove broken, diseased, or damaged wood and maintain proper clearances above roads, sidewalks, and near infrastructure
• Remove and dispose of branches and brush; chip brush and trees as required
• Train trees to maintain species-specific structure and form
• Attend to storm-damaged trees
• Remove adventitious growth (water sprouts & suckers) as required
• Perform tree surgeries, cable and brace, and thin crowns to reduce stress on weakened areas
• Remove small and large trees, including hazard trees, as directed
• Complete structural risk assessments, and identify tree health issues, pests, and diseases in the early stages
• Address public complaints and requests regarding tree problems and concerns
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
• Current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification as a Certified Arborist
• 3 Years of urban tree care experience
• Demonstrated ability and completion of mandatory training in Chainsaw Operations, Ground Worker Operations, Tree Hazard Assessment, Tree Felling, Tree Pest and Disease Management, Ropes/Knots/Rigging, Bolting and Cabling, Pruning, Barricading, Flagman, Fall Protection, and Electrical Awareness

Assets:

• Fall arrest certificate
• Standard First Aid including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
• WHMIS
• TRAQ certification

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of City of Edmonton, forestry operations hazard assessments & controls
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 3 driver’s license with Air Brakes Endorsement (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement for this position.
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits here.
Up to 6 permanent full-time positions
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $33.038 (Hourly); $68,983.340 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AM / SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Arborist - Certified
Posting Date: Apr 1, 2025
Closing Date: Apr 15, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 6-Permanent Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Parks and Roads Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)

Please apply through the Company Website linked here.

th Floor, 9803 102A Ave Edmonton AB
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3A3

hr.technicians@edmonton.ca