Tree Worker

3 months ago

North Vancouver, Canada District of North Vancouver Full time

About Us

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers regular professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an excellent place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

Position Overview The Parks Department has two regular full-time opportunities for Tree Workers. This position entails skilled manual tree hazard mitigation work through the pruning and removal of District trees. The work is performed according to well-developed safe work procedures and considerable care must be exercised to ensure the safety of all workers and the public. The incumbent will climb, remove, prune and chip a variety of coniferous and deciduous trees using ropes, safety harness, power saws and other hand tools and machinery. The position requires the individual to cut or remove trees using appropriate rigging, winching and cutting techniques; and perform heavy manual duties related to the work. The individual will also plant, stake, fertilize and mulch trees as well as report indications of hazardous trees, tree pests and diseases to a superior. This position also requires the incumbent to operate a truck and chipper to transport materials to and from the work site.

The successful applicant will possess:
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and equipment used in the pruning and removal of deciduous and coniferous trees.

• Considerable knowledge of the equipment, methods, procedures and safety precautions involved in the arboriculture work.

• Ability to safely perform SRS, MRS, and spurred climbing techniques at considerable heights above the ground.

• Skill in the use of rigging ropes and associated hardware.

• Ability to provide work direction to others, receive direction and work effectively in a team environment.

• Ability to exercise proper safety precautions in the performance of work.

• Skill in the use of a variety of hand and power tools used in tree pruning and removal work.

• Skill in the operation of a chipper.

• Excellent communication skills when dealing with co-workers and the public on sensitive matters.

• Sound knowledge in native and non-native tree species identification and profiles.

• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies if support is required from a superior.

Qualifications Completion of grade 12 schooling supplemented by post-secondary or other recognized courses related to arboriculture/urban forestry, and considerable related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. OFA Level 1, recognized chainsaw certification, ISA certification (or equivalent) and relevant SkilledTradesBC certification (or equivalent) would be considered an asset, and a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License is required. Apply The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and 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. Please apply on-line at by September 15, 2024 to be considered.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.

We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. 

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.

Compensation The hourly rate for this full-time unionized position is per hour (2024 rates) and based on a 40-hour work week. Posting Detail Information Posting Number JP#24-55 Job Open Date 08/15/2024 Job Close Date 09/15/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants

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