Arborist The City of Sarnia

* Please Note: This position is not with the County of Lambton. It is with our Community Partner the City of Sarnia. Application instructions are included in the posting. *

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Arborist

Job Status: Full -time Permanent (40 hours per week)

Division: Community Services

Department: Recreation and Parkland Planning

Union: CUPE 2713

Salary: $32.70 (Salary under review)

Vacancies: 3

Closing Date: Open until vacancies are filled

About the City of Sarnia
Located at the mouth of the St. Clair River on the shores of Lake Huron the community of Sarnia is known for its breathtaking waterfront pristine beaches and beautiful parks system. Situated on the American border just a short drive from London Ontario the community boasts a host of recreational opportunities state-of-the-art healthcare a vibrant cultural scene and excellent education paired with a high standard of living and mild climate.

Ranked one of the most affordable medium-sized cities in Ontario Sarnia with its 72000 residents is home to over 1000 acres of parkland and 40 km of trails in addition to 4 golf courses 16 art galleries 6 museums and 3 theatres across the County.

The Role
In this role youll engage in a variety of tasks including pruning trimming and removing trees to maintain their health and aesthetics. Youll diagnose and treat tree diseases and pest issues ensuring our urban forest remains vibrant and resilient. Safety is paramount and youll operate with a strong emphasis on performing all tasks without incident. Your work will significantly impact the community by enhancing our citys green spaces and contributing to environmental sustainability and community well-being.

Were seeking someone with a genuine passion for trees and outdoor work coupled with a strong commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in arboriculture and a deep understanding of tree care practices. Additionally they will be a team player able to work collaboratively with a dedicated team of forestry professionals.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent
• Certified Arborist certificate from the Ministry of Skills & Labour or International Society of Arboriculture
• Chainsaw safety training
• Chipper safety training
• Valid DZ class drivers licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines

An equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered

Required within 12 months:

• Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA) Line Clearing - Safety Awareness training
• Working at Heights training that meets the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Mobile Crane Operator 0-8 Tonn Training
• Utility Work Protection Code Program
• Ontario Traffic Council Book 7 Training
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certification

The Candidate
The successful candidate should possess the following experience knowledge and competencies:

• Ability to liaise effectively with management colleagues staff the public user groups and outside agencies to achieve collective goals while managing expectations within approved service levels
• Team building skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computer software applications
• Competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Extensive knowledge of the Ministry of Labour Regulations
• Able to operate urban forestry equipment including chipper and stumper
• Physically able to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather and site conditions
• Shows commitment to personal growth development and leadership opportunities

Why Work With Us
Its an opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your organizational skills attention to detail and professionalism will be highly valued.

Are you passionate about trees and their role in creating vibrant green urban landscapes Do you have a keen eye for safety and a love for working outdoors Join our team and be a key player in transforming our citys green spaces!

The City offers competitive salaries alongside extended health dental and travel benefits life insurance coverage access to our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) and enrollment in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan.

We are an organization focused on the health and well-being of our employees including a priority on work-life balance delivered through a unique earned-day-off package in addition to vacation time offerings.

We are an inclusive and equitable Corporation that encourages applications from qualified individuals of all genders persons with disabilities members of visible minorities and Indigenous persons. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Information received relating to accommodation and diversity will be addressed confidentially.

Personal information is being collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used to determine the qualifications for employment with The Corporation of the City of Sarnia. Questions about this collection should be directed to the City Clerk 255 Christina St. N. Sarnia ON N7T 7N2 ext. 3366.

Please note this recruitment is for current vacancies.

How to Apply:

Please visit the City of Sarnia job board through the following link: Recruitment ()

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