Landscape Technician I, Urban Forestry

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Landscape Technician I to protect and enhance the urban forest. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with city standards and promote the benefits of the urban forest to the community. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting tree planting, pruning, and educational initiatives. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to environmental stewardship and community engagement, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the city's green spaces.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Community engagement programs

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year technology diploma with an arboricultural emphasis.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the landscaping industry.

Responsibilities

• Collect data in the field for tree assessments and potential projects.
• Coordinate contractor work to ensure compliance with City standards.
• Assist with community-driven tree planting programs.

Skills

Arboricultural techniques

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

GIS software proficiency

Google Applications

Education

2-year technology diploma in arboriculture or related field

Tools

GIS software (AEGIS, ArcGIS, SLIM)

SAP

Job description

The Landscape Technician I with Urban Forestry is, in its simplest form, a passionate protector of the urban forest. In this role, you will lend your expertise in all things arboricultural to contractors, citizens and other work areas within the City of Edmonton to ensure compliance with City standards wherever the urban forest may be affected. You will succeed in this role if you can manage your time and tasks well, and have the ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of different work units.

The Landscape Technicians hired will be responsible for supporting Forestry within its main working units - Planting, Pruning, Community, Projects. These working units are briefly summarized below:

Planting Forestry:

As a Landscape Technician hired into a role with the Planting Forestry team, you will assist with coordinating open space and boulevard tree planting, overseeing contract tree work (may include tree watering, planting or other tree work), and supporting urban forestry in many other areas.

Pruning Forestry:

As a Landscape Technician hired into a role with the Pruning Forestry team, your position will focus on assisting the pruning team’s Landscape Technician II with inspecting the quality of both inhouse and contract tree maintenance activities. Duties with this position will include responding to inquiries from citizens, overhead utility tree pruning conflicts, pruning inspections, stump grinding inspections and supporting other teams within urban forestry

Community Forestry:

The Community Forestry team is focused on providing educational and engaging opportunities for Edmontonians to learn more about the benefits of the urban forest. This team also facilitates community-driven tree planting programs such as Request to Plant, Commemorative Trees, Tree Donation, and Grow Together. Additionally, this team oversees the GIS tree inventory and completes health assessments of Edmonton’s open space and boulevard tree inventory.

Project Forestry:

The Project team are primarily consultants for projects impacting City Trees. Through tree valuations, evaluations, construction projects and design reviews, Urban Forest Technicians provide expertise in working around trees from the design processes through to construction completion. This includes working with other groups to develop and implement construction plans to consider all tree protection/preservation requirements. This team administers the Corporate Tree Management Policy (C456C) and Public Tree Permit.

What will you do?

• Collect data in the field, including tree measurements and assessments, required for potential projects that take place around trees
• Assess tree condition and collect data on City trees in GIS software
• Review landscape drawings and maps to determine tree ownership
• Assist with various projects which may include recommendations and tree evaluations for monetary value
• Coordinate contractor work to ensure compliance with City standards and agreements, while advising and/or resolving any discrepancies on the work
• Conduct field inspections and assess the progress and completion of contracted tree work
• Conduct tree assessment and gather information required for completing of police reports and claims
• Ensure compliance with safety and ENVISO requirements
• Assist with the administration of the Corporate Tree Management Policy (C456C) as outlined in its procedures, and track and report any damages to tree assets
• Review tree protection plans as they relate to the Public Tree Permit
• Review landscape plans to ensure arboriculture/landscaping best practices and standards are met
• Respond to public complaints or inquiries, orally or in writing
• Assist with creating educational and engaging content for social media posts, webpages, and workshops
• Assist with delivering educational presentations to a wide variety of demographics to promote the benefits of the urban forest
• Assist with facilitating community-driven planting programs
• Assist with the annual tree health and inventory assessment
• Perform related work, as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2 year technology diploma with an arboricultural emphasis or a related field, including the ability to identify and assess local tree species
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the landscaping industry

Assets:

• Knowledge and experience using GIS software, such as AEGIS (ArcGIS) or SLIM
• International Society of Arboriculture Certification
• Possession of Standard First Aid and CPR certification
• Experience in landscape construction, nursery, natural areas management and/or tree care
• Experience in contract supervision
• Knowledge of landscape construction procedures
• Experience coordinating and inspecting contractor work
• Knowledge of SAP

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of arboricultural techniques and practices
• Knowledge of methods and standards common to the specifications of contract implementation
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively deal with the public
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish priorities and effectively multitask
• Ability to perform light to medium manual labour, such as carrying minimal equipment to and from various worksite
• Proficiency in using Google Applications, such as Google Documents, Google Sheets and Google Meets
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Successful candidates must arrange their own transportation, to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insurance

Work Environment:

• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2026 season

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 6 temporary full-time positions for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Salary Range: $32.424 - $40.727 (Hourly); $67,701.310 - $85,037.980 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AW/KA

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Classification Title: Landscape Technician I
Posting Date: May 09, 2025
Closing Date: May 23, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 6 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Westwood Central Service Yard, 12304 - 107 St Edmonton T5G 2S7