Top Benefits
About the role
Vacancy Number: 2024-14
Job Status: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)
Union: CUPE Local 2713
Salary and Benefits: $30.71 ($30.28, probationary rate); Grade IV, along with a competitive benefits package complete with extended health and dental benefits, access to our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP), and enrollment in OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan.
Closing Date : This posting will remain active until the vacancy is filled.
About The Position In this role, you'll engage in a variety of tasks, including pruning, trimming, and removing trees to maintain their health and aesthetics. You'll diagnose and treat tree diseases and pest issues, ensuring our urban forest remains vibrant and resilient. Safety is paramount, and you'll operate with a strong emphasis on performing all tasks without incident. Your work will significantly impact the community by enhancing our city's green spaces and contributing to environmental sustainability and community well-being.
We're 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.
Position Requirements
- 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
- Ontario Traffic Council Book 7 Training
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
- Valid DZ class driver’s licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines
- Ontario Pesticide Training & Certification (OPT&C) Commercial Land Exterminator Licences with Industrial, Forestry and Landscape designations is considered an asset
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
Demonstrated Skills and Abilities
- 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
About The Corporation of 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 city 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 the most affordable medium-sized city in Ontario, Sarnia, with its 72,000 residents, is home to over 1,000 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.
As an organization, the City of Sarnia places a priority on the health and safety of its employees, including a focus on work-life balance through unique vacation and compensatory time offerings, alongside exceptional salaries and benefits.
Top Benefits
About the role
Vacancy Number: 2024-14
Job Status: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)
Union: CUPE Local 2713
Salary and Benefits: $30.71 ($30.28, probationary rate); Grade IV, along with a competitive benefits package complete with extended health and dental benefits, access to our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP), and enrollment in OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan.
Closing Date : This posting will remain active until the vacancy is filled.
About The Position In this role, you'll engage in a variety of tasks, including pruning, trimming, and removing trees to maintain their health and aesthetics. You'll diagnose and treat tree diseases and pest issues, ensuring our urban forest remains vibrant and resilient. Safety is paramount, and you'll operate with a strong emphasis on performing all tasks without incident. Your work will significantly impact the community by enhancing our city's green spaces and contributing to environmental sustainability and community well-being.
We're 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.
Position Requirements
- 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
- Ontario Traffic Council Book 7 Training
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
- Valid DZ class driver’s licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines
- Ontario Pesticide Training & Certification (OPT&C) Commercial Land Exterminator Licences with Industrial, Forestry and Landscape designations is considered an asset
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
Demonstrated Skills and Abilities
- 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
About The Corporation of 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 city 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 the most affordable medium-sized city in Ontario, Sarnia, with its 72,000 residents, is home to over 1,000 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.
As an organization, the City of Sarnia places a priority on the health and safety of its employees, including a focus on work-life balance through unique vacation and compensatory time offerings, alongside exceptional salaries and benefits.