Section Urban Forestry Natural Environment Horticulture
Shift Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4pm
Job Grade CUPE Grade 04
Employee Group CUPE
Rate of Pay $38.12- $39.92Hourly
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Replacement/New Position New Vacancy
Posting Type Internal and External
Posting Date 08/26/2026
Application Deadline 09/02/2026
Position Summary Reporting to the Supervisor, Urban Forestry, the Arborist will assist the Urban Forestry team in performing various arboricultural tasks in a municipal setting, while keeping staff and public safety a top priority.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Maintain, prune, plant and remove municipal trees in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, City policies and procedures and industry Arboriculture best practices
Identify various woody plants, knowledgeable of the basic principles of plant function, arboricultural science, techniques and plant health care
Understand and document work orders while delivering excellent customer service
Participate in winter standby to assist with snow removal and help other sections, as required
May be requested to respond to emergency situations after normal working hours
Other duties as assigned
Duties and Responsibilities Cont'd (if applicable) Education and Experience Diploma in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry or related discipline is required
IHSA Line Clearing Safety Awareness Certificate is required
Commercial Land Exterminator License with Industrial, Forestry and Landscape designations is required
International Society of Arboriculture Tree Climber Certification is an asset
Minimum 2 years’ urban forestry experience
Required Skills/Knowledge Competent tree climbing skills




Able to operate urban forestry equipment
Demonstrated ability to safely work and oversee staff in aloft using both mechanical and rope and saddle techniques
Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Physically able to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather and site conditions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with coworkers and the public and work well with minimum supervision
Ontario Class "DZ" Driver’s License in good standing and must provide a satisfactory current Drivers Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
Requires satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
Demonstrates positive judgment and makes sound decisions
Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
Demonstrates personal leadership
Builds people and culture
Cultivates open communication
Shapes the future
Navigates and leads through complexity and change
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
TheCity of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

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📌 Arborist (Ontario)
🏢 City of Richmond Hill
📍 Ontario