Arborist - Sutton, Canada - Town of Georgina

Town of Georgina

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Sutton, Canada

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Description

Arborist

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(Job ID#

Department:
Operations and Infrastructure

Division:
Operations

Location:
Egypt Operations Yard

Status:
Temporary, Full Time (May - November, 2024)

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Number of Positions: 1

Wage Range:
$ $41.88 per hour

Date Posted:
March 28, 2024

Date Closing:
April 5, 2024

Come work with us
Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for performing maintenance of municipal trees and associated administrative and providing direction to staff.
_For full details, please see attached job description_

Minimum Qualifications

2 Year Arboriculture Technician Diploma or equivalent from a recognized postsecondary institution;
ISA Certified Arborist;
4 years' previous experience including the operation, routine maintenance and safe use of related equipment;
Valid "G" Driver's Licence
Driver's Abstract in good standing required to operate Corporation vehicles.

How to apply

Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment

The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Please advise the Human Resources Office to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:
Arborist

JOB NO:92

Department:
Operations and Infrastructure

Division:
Forestry

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Responsible for performing maintenance of municipal trees and associated administrative and providing direction to staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Forestry, Horticulture & Infrastructure Supervisor

INDIRECT REPORTS
Contractors; Seasonal/Temporary Employees; Park Attendants

WORKING PROCEDURES:

Inspects, trims, prunes, removes and stumps trees; identifies and diagnoses treatment for diseased/damaged trees located on municipal property (including trees impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer).
Replaces dead shrubs and hedges and cuts and removes dead brush and other brush growth as necessary.
Inspects, identifies and responds to hazardous situations found related to municipal trees as they relate to public safety, or damage to property.
Conducts tree maintenance and removal as necessary.
Performs Emerald Ash Borer management.
Plants, mulches, fertilizes and waters new trees.
Assists the Supervisor with the development and implementation of programs, including Emerald Ash Program.
Inspects and diagnoses common pathogens and insects that impact woody plants.
Identifies tree species and their growth characteristics.
Performs winter control and snow removal duties as needed.
Prepares work schedules, as requested/required on a daily, weekly and/or annual basis and assists with time sheets.
Completes daily operational and safety checks, maintains appropriate documentation and ensures necessary repairs and maintenance are carried out.
Supervises/oversees contracted maintenance activities.
Recommends purchases necessary for division including equipment, material and labour as required and receives/signs for authorized supplies.
Ensures divisional staff observe all safety and other pertinent regulations/procedures and policies.
Conducts performance evaluation reviews on seasonal employees ensuring Occupational Health and Safety performance is evaluated.
Operates, as necessary, equipment/vehicles, including but not limited to bucket truck/cherry picker as part of daily operations.
Responds to enquiries from and/or liaises with the public and contractors regarding maintenance conditions and activities and resolves complaints or refers to Supervisor for resolve.
Provides guidance to divisional staff including orientation, occupational health and safety, training on the effective/safe operation of equipment and maintenance standards/expectations.
Assists with the recruitment process of seasonal staff.
Identifies areas of concern/problems and resolves situation and/or refers to the Supervisor for resolve.
Participates in the Town's Health & Safety Program and complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, other applicable legislation and best practices.
Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all Town of Georgina Policies and Procedures.
Participates in ongoing Training and Development and ensures all mandatory requirements are met and maintained.

**The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functi