Arborist II

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga seeks an Arborist II to perform various arboricultural functions on city-owned trees. Responsibilities include implementing work orders, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have practical experience in Arboriculture and a diploma in a related field. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years practical experience in Arboriculture.
• Valid Ontario class DZ license considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement Arboriculture work orders including pruning and removal.
• Operate specialized equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle concerns.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Climbing Skills

Education

Diploma in Arboriculture

Urban Forestry

Tools

Chainsaws

Bucket Trucks

Chippers

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Arborist II

Req ID:26613
Vacancy Type: Combination
Number of Positions:3
Closing Date:05/30/2025

The successful candidate will perform a variety of arboricultural functions on all city-owned trees, ensuring industry standard techniques and processes are adhered to.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement assigned Arboriculture work orders, not limited but including pruning, removal and young tree structural pruning on municipal trees
• Operate specialized equipment including bucket trucks, chippers, chainsaws, skids steers, stump grinder and tree climbing equipment in safe and efficient manner
• When required co-ordinate all work site activities, complete work orders, maintain records and provide work direction and training to other staff
• Ensure assigned vehicles, PPE, equipment and tools are maintained and operated safely
• Required to participate in an on call 24/7 rotation through out the year, including storm management after hours service
• Provide excellent customer service, handle customer concerns and provide information on best Arboricultural practices
• May be requested to respond to emergency situations after normal hours
• Comply with City policies.
• Provide ad hoc assistance on projects/initiatives within the unit/team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years practical experience in the field of Arboriculture
• Diploma in Arboriculture, urban forestry or related discipline
• Experience in Arboriculture practices (International Society of Arboriculture standards) highway traffic act and the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Valid Ontario class DZ license, in good standing considered an asset.
• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or tree climber Certification considered an asset.
• 0-8 ton crane License considered an asset.
• IHSA line clearing Safety Awareness Certification considered an asset.
• Book 7 traffic control training considered an asset.
• Working at heights considered an asset.
• Perform Arboricultural work aloft using both climbing and forestry related equipment
• Demonstrate ability to safely work and oversee staff when required
• Competent tree climbing skills, being aware of current climbing techniques
• Work at great heights, climbing and operating various sizes/weights of equipment
• Maybe required to work around energized apparatus.
• Working in all weather conditions
• Must be physically capable of performing all forestry related tasks
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills, both oral and written, time management skills and the ability to work within a team
• Show commitment to personal growth, development and leadership opportunities
• Contributes to building and being part of a positive culture

Hourly Rate/Salary:$ 60,710.00 - $ 80,950.00
Hours of Work:40
Work Location:950 Burnhamthorpe Rd W
Department/Division/Section:CMS/Community Services Dept,CMS/Parks, Forestry & Environment,Forestry
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can alsocheck your application status in your candidate profile online.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of anyaccommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.