About the role
Arborist 1
Regular, Full- Time
Competition No. 25-61
Internal/External Opportunity
This is a Union position
Anticipated start date: December 2025
About our Community:
Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.
The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.
About our Organization:
The Township of Esquimalt is home to 13 parks, 4 greenways and open spaces, 12 waterways and beach accesses, and 3 recreation facilities.
The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.
About the Opportunity:
The Parks Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill a Regular Full-Time Arborist 1 position. Reporting to the Lead Arborist, the Arborist 1 does planting, pruning, hedge trimming, watering and general arboriculture and horticultural maintenance of a variety of coniferous and deciduous trees. In addition, this position is responsible for general park maintenance.
Our Preferred Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:
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International Society of Arboriculture Certification (ISA)
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ISA Certified Tree Risk Assessor
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Current and Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
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Pesticide Applicator’s License for the Province of British Columbia
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2-3 years related experience
Salary: $34.89 hourly plus benefits (2024 rates)
Hours per week: 40
Prior to applying, please visit our website at esquimalt.ca/municipal-hall/employment to view the job description which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities.
Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 25-61 by 2**:00 p.m**. on November 6, 2025, to: francis.mathieson@esquimalt.ca**.**
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date posted: October 21, 2025
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years
About Township of Esquimalt
Esquimalt is located in the heart of the Capital Regional District on the southern tip of Vancouver Island four kilometres west of the City of Victoria.
Esquimalt's name is derived from a local First Nations expression "Es-whoy-malth," which means the place of gradually shoaling water. The municipality was incorporated in 1912 and comprises approximately 1006 hectacres (2,485 acres) of land and water. Water figures prominently in Esquimalt's history, location and residents' lifestyles.
Esquimalt is the home of Canada's naval presence on the West Coast and was first used by the Royal Navy as early as 1837. The original Esquimalt townsite has long since disappeared inside the boundaries of the Canadian Forces Base, which is now the community's largest employer.
Today, more than 17,000 people live in Esquimalt's varied residential neighbourhoods and enjoy its many amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways, modern recreational facilities, schools, library, archives, and commercial services. Although it's an established community, the Township still provides opportunities for new commercial, industrial and residential developments.
About the role
Arborist 1
Regular, Full- Time
Competition No. 25-61
Internal/External Opportunity
This is a Union position
Anticipated start date: December 2025
About our Community:
Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.
The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.
About our Organization:
The Township of Esquimalt is home to 13 parks, 4 greenways and open spaces, 12 waterways and beach accesses, and 3 recreation facilities.
The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.
About the Opportunity:
The Parks Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill a Regular Full-Time Arborist 1 position. Reporting to the Lead Arborist, the Arborist 1 does planting, pruning, hedge trimming, watering and general arboriculture and horticultural maintenance of a variety of coniferous and deciduous trees. In addition, this position is responsible for general park maintenance.
Our Preferred Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:
-
International Society of Arboriculture Certification (ISA)
-
ISA Certified Tree Risk Assessor
-
Current and Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
-
Pesticide Applicator’s License for the Province of British Columbia
-
2-3 years related experience
Salary: $34.89 hourly plus benefits (2024 rates)
Hours per week: 40
Prior to applying, please visit our website at esquimalt.ca/municipal-hall/employment to view the job description which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities.
Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 25-61 by 2**:00 p.m**. on November 6, 2025, to: francis.mathieson@esquimalt.ca**.**
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date posted: October 21, 2025
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years
About Township of Esquimalt
Esquimalt is located in the heart of the Capital Regional District on the southern tip of Vancouver Island four kilometres west of the City of Victoria.
Esquimalt's name is derived from a local First Nations expression "Es-whoy-malth," which means the place of gradually shoaling water. The municipality was incorporated in 1912 and comprises approximately 1006 hectacres (2,485 acres) of land and water. Water figures prominently in Esquimalt's history, location and residents' lifestyles.
Esquimalt is the home of Canada's naval presence on the West Coast and was first used by the Royal Navy as early as 1837. The original Esquimalt townsite has long since disappeared inside the boundaries of the Canadian Forces Base, which is now the community's largest employer.
Today, more than 17,000 people live in Esquimalt's varied residential neighbourhoods and enjoy its many amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways, modern recreational facilities, schools, library, archives, and commercial services. Although it's an established community, the Township still provides opportunities for new commercial, industrial and residential developments.