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Forest Technician Summer Student (SS.26.17) Repost
About the role
Position Description:
Norfolk County Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is seeking a motivated individual who is interested in working within the community of Norfolk County to help manage our diverse forest and urban forest resource.
The successful incumbent will:
- Assist in tree planting; urban tree/woodland inventory; stream restoration; electrofishing; invasive species control; nursery/trail maintenance, and other forestry, urban forestry or natural resource-based duties.
- Assist in the watering, pruning, planting, and mulching of young trees on a scheduled basis.
- Assist the Forest By-law Officer and Arborist in their duties including completion of tree risk assessments and timber harvest inspections.
- Perform daily circle checks on all equipment and reporting defects to the immediate supervisor.
- Maintain daily activity log.
- Operate a variety of equipment, light duty vehicles, machine and power and hand held tools, (i.e. brush hogs, hand held saws, weed eaters).
Requirements
Qualifications:
- College or university education with a preference given to candidates that have completed a minimum of 1 year studies in Arboriculture, Horticulture Technician, Environmental Studies/Sciences, Landscape Design/Architecture, Forestry Technician or Urban Forestry.
- Understanding and entry level experience with the use of GPS / GIS technology and applications.
- Valid province of Ontario Class “G” license and access to a reliable vehicle including the ability to provide a drivers abstract when requested during the recruitment process.
- Previous work experience in landscaping, forestry, urban forestry, arboriculture, horticulture, farming or other related experience is preferred.
- Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability and willingness to work in varying climate conditions.
- Able to lift 30 lbs to 50 lbs.
- Excellent customer service and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills.
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C.
- Tree identification.
- Chainsaw safety training.
- Knowledge of tree planting practices.
- Knowledge of common restoration practices.
- Forest entomology / forest disease identification.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Good time management, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment, accept and follow verbal and written instructions, complete duties to an acceptable level of quantity and quality with minimal supervision and follow all of Norfolk County Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Must be motivated, hardworking individual able to work outside in all weather (hot, dusty, cold and wet).
- Laboring duties include climbing, lifting, balancing, kneeling, stooping, walking, handling materials in order to accomplish management objectives of Norfolk County and partner organizations. You will be required to work in an outdoor environment.
- Computer expertise with preference given to students with knowledge of corporate standard software (Microsoft Office).
- Must have green patch CSA approved safety boots, 6” – 8” to cover ankle, suede or leather.
Note:
Must be willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays.
Employment is conditional upon: attendance at all training sessions, submission of required documentation/certification, adherence to the minimum age requirements and ability to meet the employment term.
At time of application must be enrolled in a post-secondary education institution or institution of higher learning.
Applicants must submit a criminal record check (dated within the last 3 months) from their local police service for approval prior to commencing employment.
Benefits
**Posting #:**SS.26.17 Repost
**Position:**Forest Technician Summer Student
**Division:**Community and Development Services
**Department:**Parks, Recreation and Culture
**Number of Vacancies:**1
Rate:$18.48 per hour
**Location:**8 Schellburg Avenue, Simcoe, ON with extensive travel for work throughout Norfolk County
**Note:**Must be willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays
**Posting Period:**March 26, 2026 - April 8, 2026
Duration:
The duration of this contract will be approximately 4 months. Applicants are expected to fulfill the entire contract period commencing April 29, 2026, until September 4, 2026.
**Please note:**No two applicants can have the same e-mail address attached to their profile. Please ensure when applying to positions you provide a unique e-mail address associated with your own profile.
How to Apply:
- Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
- If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be sent as 1 file.
Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca
The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
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About Norfolk County
Norfolk County is a single-tier municipal government located in Southern Ontario, Canada. Our population of 63,000 residents along Ontario's South Coast of Lake Erie enjoys an excellent quality of life.
Norfolk County farmers grow more asparagus, tart cherries, ginseng, peppers, pumpkins, and other vegetables than anywhere else in the nation, according to Statistics Canada’s 2016 Census of Agriculture. Norfolk County is also Ontario’s leading grower of asparagus, cabbage, tart cherries, ginseng, peppers, pumpkins, rye, Award-winning wineries, microbreweries and farm markets highlight Norfolk County’s status as Ontario’s Garden, a diverse agriculture powerhouse.
We are best known for our warm sandy beaches in Port Dover, Turkey Point and Long Point. Country back roads and beautiful landscapes provide excellent touring and motorcycle routes. Port Dover offers live theatre, boat cruises, and romantic walks at sunset on the pier by the lighthouse. Try Lake Erie perch and other local food delights from Norfolk County at our restaurants. Outdoor adventures include zip-line canopy tours, star-gazing, wilderness suites and camping. There is hunting and fishing in the waters and marshes of Long Point Bay, plus cycling and hiking on our trails.
Key festivals include the annual Tour de Norfolk cycling event (July), Norfolk Studio Tour (September), Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show (October), Simcoe Panorama (December).
Our municipal corporation's mission is "Working Together with our Community to Provide Quality Service". The Norfolk County Vision: "Our efforts will enhance the quality of life for all those who live, work and play in our community. Through cooperation and dedication of staff and council we will respond to the current needs of our community and plan for the challenges of the future."
Tourism and agriculture are two pillars of our economic development strategy. For more info, visit https://www.norfolktourism.ca or https://www.norfolkbusiness.ca