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ARBORIST 2

City of Toronto -
Toronto, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$40.32 an hour
2 days ago

Qualifications

Air Brake Endorsement
Customer service
Workplace safety policies
Chainsaw
Maintenance
Pruning (plant care)
English
Tree removal
Planting
Driving
Customer service orientation
Dump truck
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
Loader operation
Bucket truck
Backhoe operation
Crane
Chipper
Driving Licence

Full job description

Job ID: 66540
Job Category: Parks & Natural Resources
Division & Section: Environment, Climate & Forestry, Urban Forestry Operations
Work Location: Various, please see below
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, 8 Permanent, 4 Temporary
Hourly Rate: $40.32
Hours & Shift Information: 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 7:00a,-3:00pm. For locations, see chart below.
Affiliation: L416 Outside
Selection Process: Senior Qualified. A Candidate List will be established. For applicability and duration, see below.
Number of Positions Open: 12
Posting Period: 04-Sept-2026 to 21-Sept-2026
Location and Shift Information:

# of Permanent Vacancies

Location

Emery Yard - 27 Toryork Dr, Toronto

Birchmount Park Yard - 101 Ridgetop Rd, Toronto

Oriole Yard - 247 Esther Shiner Blvd, Toronto

Nashdene Yard - 70 Nashdene Rd, Scarborough

Rockcliffe Yard - 301 Rockcliffe Blvd, Toronto

# of Temporary Vacancies

Location

Booth Yard - 50 Booth Yard,Toronto

Birchmount Park Yard - 101 Ridgetop Rd, Toronto

Kipling Yard - 435 Kipling Ave, Etobicoke

Major Responsibilities:

Performs work involved in the care and culture of trees
Plants/transplants trees by both mechanical and hand methods
Participates in tailboard work plan and raises any concerns to Leadhand Aborist
Works at various heights, including work in proximity to energized conductors up to 27,600 volts, while responding to tree failures and in the performance of tree maintenance and tree removal in all weather conditions, using aerial device and manual climbing using approved climbing; using approved climbing and safety equipment and techniques
Complies with all legislation and City policies and practices, reporting deficiencies and providing on the job instruction, when necessary, regarding working procedures, equipment operation and Health & Safety standards as well as reporting any work related deficiencies and or incidents
Assists those working at heights in the handling of ropes and other mechanical devices and perform the duties of a spotter
Drives/operates/inspects and ensures proper maintenance of various equipment, including but not limited to: dump truck, aerial tower, crane truck (under 7200 kg), chipper, sprayer, stump cutter, tractor/loader, backhoe, chain saw, motorized pole saw and other associated equipment and hand tools
Handles/loads/chips brush and wood
Responds to after hour tree failures
Performs tree pit/container maintenance in areas with both high pedestrian and vehicle traffic
Liaises with the public to address work site and tree maintenance issues and ensures good customer service when addressing the public
May be required to complete general tree maintenance inspections
Establishes traffic control measures for work sites in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act
May be required to provide work direction and training to other staff
Communicates with parking enforcement to have cars moved from work zones as required, based on the direction given from the Leadhand Arborist
Performs other related work as assigned

Key Qualifications:

Your resume must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

444A/B Arborist/Utility Arborist Designation or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be able to pass the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association Certificate Course for Safety In Line Clearing Operations which will be provided by the City of Toronto which must be obtained within 6 months.

Considerable experience in all types of arboricultural work including pruning, removal, cabling and bracing, stumping, planting and fertilizing.

Experience in the care and safe operation of chain saws, motorized pole saws, brush chippers, truck mounted cranes (under 7200 kg), stump cutters, aerial towers and associated equipment and hand tools.

Experience climbing trees and operating aerial towers, using approved equipment and safety procedures when working at various heights, including work in the vicinity of energized conductors.

Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario "D" Driver's License with "Z" endorsement, and qualify for the City's equipment operating permit requirements.

Must be familiar with all applicable legislation and industry standards, including but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (and associated regulations), the Highway Traffic Act, and Arborist Safe Work Practices Guide as they apply to this work.

You must also have:

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform aerial rescue.
Must have a good working understanding of tree morphology, physiology and dendrology of those tree species common to the Toronto area.
May be required to work shifts and weekends.
Must update skills as required from time to time to meet trade standards and operational requirements.
Ability to maintain records of work.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Must be physically capable of performing required duties.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

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