Urban Forest Labourer

**Full-Time, Permanent**:
The Urban Forest Labourer “Takes Care of Banff” by caring for and maintaining of our urban trees. You are skilled in the safe work practices of a general landscape or municipal labourer with a focus on urban forestry and the competent operation of trucks and associated equipment and tools.

As an Urban Forest Labourer you demonstrate a passion in a professional path in the planting, pruning and removal of municipal trees located on public boulevards, medians, greenways, and parks. You recognize our urban forest is a significant municipal asset and are committed to the care and management of individual trees, our tree population as well as public enjoyment and safety.

You will be able to demonstrate your competence in the following key accountabilities:

- Demonstrated work experience in a labourer role, preferably in arborist practices, including tree felling
- Experience in operation and basic mechanical maintenance of a range of vehicles, equipment and tools from trucks to Toolcats, chainsaws, and manual operation of chippers, trimmers, pruners, etc.
- Experience with workplace health and safety programs and policies and ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including physical stamina and working outdoors in extreme weather
- Thrives on working collaboratively dedicated to public safety, within and outside the department
- A positive attitude, willingness to help others and foster positive change and public safety
- A valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license and a clear Driver’s Abstract

Duties are based on 40 hours/week and shifts will be scheduled to cover a 7-day/week operation. We offer an Hours of Work Averaging Agreement of 4 x 10-hour shifts/week providing you with 3 days off to enjoy all that Banff has to offer. The wage will be between $23.00 and $29.00 per hour depending on your experience.

Employment will commence in October 2024 and the position is eligible for group health, dental and retirement benefits following the appropriate waiting periods. Nontraditional benefits such as discounted ski passes, annual bicycle tune-ups and no-interest loans support and encourage employees to be active and get outside

Working safely is a condition of employment at the Town of Banff. As part of our internal responsibility system, all employees are accountable for adhering to Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Town of Banff safety protocols. The Town of Banff’s safety culture philosophy is one of continuous improvement, so we look forward to your suggestions to make our workplace even safer.

**“Taking care of Banff: our Community, our People, our Park.”**

This position will remain open until filled.

Fax: 403.762.1260

Mail: Town of Banff, Box 1260, Banff, AB, T1L 1A1

Drop off: 120 Hawk Avenue

**The Town of Banff appreciates the interest from all applicants and will directly contact those being considered for an interview.**

**For more information about why the Town of Banff could be your next great career move, please visit banff.ca/careers.