Forestry Labourer (4-month contract, unionized position) – 1 Vacancy
About the role
REPORTS TO: Forestry Supervisor
LOCATION: Initial Placement – Green Lane Sports Complex
Minimum Qualifications
Secondary school. 1 year experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture operations, or a related field. Experience with tools and equipment. Good knowledge of tree identification, invasive species, pruning, hazard tree removal, proactive maintenance, and tree planting. Working knowledge of digital applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word. Good communication skills relating to other staff members and the general public. Good interpersonal and records management skills. Demonstrated safe work practices in compliance with applicable legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Book 7 – Ontario Traffic Manual, County of Brant Health & Safety Policies & Procedures, etc. Ability to work a flexible schedule including day, evening, and weekend shifts. Valid Class G driver’s licence and acceptable driver’s abstract. Acceptable police records check.
Assets
Post-secondary education in an Urban Forestry/Arboriculture or related discipline. Demonstrated knowledge of chainsaws, chippers, and related equipment. Experience working with a GIS-based tree inventory systems. Knowledge of rope and rigging techniques. Prior experience working in a municipal setting. Chainsaw operators certification.
Duties
Active involvement in the operation of tree planting and tree maintenance outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Daily review of tree maintenance requests including but not limited to pruning, removal, stumping, and planting. Conduct tree inventory tasks and assist with trail maintenance. Active involvement in the care and preventative maintenance of related equipment. Operate specialized equipment in a safe and efficient manner, including chippers, chainsaws, stump grinders, and pruning tools. Support the County’s young tree maintenance program which includes watering, mulching and pruning of newly planted trees on County lands. Provide excellent customer service; respond to the needs of customers and staff as required. Other relevant duties as assigned.
Hourly Rate: $26.75 (Probationary) $33.16 (Full-time)
Duration: September to December 40 hours/week (days, evenings, weekends)
The application deadline is 9:00 a.m. on Monday August 10, 2026.
Date of Posting: Wednesday July 29, 2026
The County of Brant is committed to accessible recruitment practices. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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About County of Brant
At the County of Brant, we look for motivated, talented people to work with us.
If you hold yourself to a high standard for customer service and share our desire to create a vibrant, healthy, safe and caring community for our citizens, you could be a great fit within our team.
Working for the County of Brant means you serve a total population of over 30,000 across 8 small, tight-knit communities.
We are proud of the services we deliver to residents, visitors and businesses across our county. And we can only provide excellent services and programs through the commitment of each employee. We value our employees, our most valuable and important assets.
Please visit our Career Employment Opportunities page for a list of open positions within the County of Brant.
The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
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Forestry Labourer (4-month contract, unionized position) – 1 Vacancy
About the role
REPORTS TO: Forestry Supervisor
LOCATION: Initial Placement – Green Lane Sports Complex
Minimum Qualifications
Secondary school. 1 year experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture operations, or a related field. Experience with tools and equipment. Good knowledge of tree identification, invasive species, pruning, hazard tree removal, proactive maintenance, and tree planting. Working knowledge of digital applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word. Good communication skills relating to other staff members and the general public. Good interpersonal and records management skills. Demonstrated safe work practices in compliance with applicable legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Book 7 – Ontario Traffic Manual, County of Brant Health & Safety Policies & Procedures, etc. Ability to work a flexible schedule including day, evening, and weekend shifts. Valid Class G driver’s licence and acceptable driver’s abstract. Acceptable police records check.
Assets
Post-secondary education in an Urban Forestry/Arboriculture or related discipline. Demonstrated knowledge of chainsaws, chippers, and related equipment. Experience working with a GIS-based tree inventory systems. Knowledge of rope and rigging techniques. Prior experience working in a municipal setting. Chainsaw operators certification.
Duties
Active involvement in the operation of tree planting and tree maintenance outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Daily review of tree maintenance requests including but not limited to pruning, removal, stumping, and planting. Conduct tree inventory tasks and assist with trail maintenance. Active involvement in the care and preventative maintenance of related equipment. Operate specialized equipment in a safe and efficient manner, including chippers, chainsaws, stump grinders, and pruning tools. Support the County’s young tree maintenance program which includes watering, mulching and pruning of newly planted trees on County lands. Provide excellent customer service; respond to the needs of customers and staff as required. Other relevant duties as assigned.
Hourly Rate: $26.75 (Probationary) $33.16 (Full-time)
Duration: September to December 40 hours/week (days, evenings, weekends)
The application deadline is 9:00 a.m. on Monday August 10, 2026.
Date of Posting: Wednesday July 29, 2026
The County of Brant is committed to accessible recruitment practices. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Not the right fit? Search for Forestry Labourer – 1 Vacancy jobs in Brant, Ontario, Canada
About County of Brant
At the County of Brant, we look for motivated, talented people to work with us.
If you hold yourself to a high standard for customer service and share our desire to create a vibrant, healthy, safe and caring community for our citizens, you could be a great fit within our team.
Working for the County of Brant means you serve a total population of over 30,000 across 8 small, tight-knit communities.
We are proud of the services we deliver to residents, visitors and businesses across our county. And we can only provide excellent services and programs through the commitment of each employee. We value our employees, our most valuable and important assets.
Please visit our Career Employment Opportunities page for a list of open positions within the County of Brant.
The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act