Field Arborist

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full time

About the Role

The District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Field Arborist to join our Parks Department. As an Urban Forestry Specialist, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks for municipal parks, public, and open spaces.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assigns, directs, and participates in the work of one or more crews engaged in climbing, pruning, tree planting, and removal tasks.
  • Issues work requests to crews and contractors for specific arboriculture tasks; provides instruction and checks the work during progress and upon completion to ensure conformance.
  • Inspects and identifies diseased trees or trees posing an actual or potential hazard to public safety; determines required treatment; undertakes emergency control action as required.
  • Provides information, assistance, and interpretation to the public and internal and external stakeholders regarding arboriculture and urban forestry-related policies, regulations, and procedures; including issuing permits, investigating complaints, and recommending appropriate remedial actions.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate records, files, and correspondence related to the work performed.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of arboriculture maintenance, forest management, and planting programs in accordance with department priorities, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Safely operates tools and equipment associated with arboriculture work, including pruning, rigging, cabling, and felling.
  • Occasionally performs tree climbing activities to undertake required tree maintenance work.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in arboriculture and urban forestry work.
  • Considerable knowledge of tree species, diseases, and integrated pest management methods.
  • Ability to direct and supervise the work activities of one or more subordinates.
  • Ability to provide direction to and check the work of internal crews and external contractors.
  • Ability to conduct site inspections, investigate complaints, and to take or recommend appropriate remedial action.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with the public, and internal and external contacts, and provide information and assistance related to the work performed.
  • Ability to maintain and process office records, including skill in operating Microsoft Office and related computer programs.
  • Skill in the safe use and proper care of tools and equipment required to perform the work.
  • Ability to work after hours and on weekends to respond to emergencies.
  • Ability to perform physical labor and work outside in inclement weather conditions.

Qualifications

  • Completion of a diploma in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field, plus sound related experience, or an equivalent combination of training or experience.
  • Required certifications and licenses include: Certified Arborist (ISA or equivalent); Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ); and a valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.

About the District of North Vancouver

The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. We are looking for enthusiastic and results-oriented individuals who have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. If you are interested in this position, have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you.

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