Job DetailsTemporary Full Time (CUPE 136T)Posting StatusOpen to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicantsDurationOne vacancy lasting approximately eight monthsInternal secondment applications are welcome. Please note, however, that members of management will not be considered for secondments into bargaining unit positions.Closing DateApplications for this position must be received at oakville.Ca by no later than 11:59 p.M. onMay 22 2026.Temporary Rate$35.59 per hourThis job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.Reporting to the Forestry Supervisors, the Urban Forest Technician is responsible for tree maintenance tasks including tree inspection, creating work orders, tree pruning, young tree establishment program, watering and fertilizing trees on Town properties and regional roads. Responsibilities include tree inspections, creating work orders (using CityWorks), auditing contractors and diagnosing trees in urban streets. The functions performed in this position are in accordance with established procedures and practices.Job ResponsibilitiesRecommend changes to established methods for new ways of treating previously unknown tree disease and insect problems and propose new solutions to supervisorsDiagnose insect and disease complaints on town street trees and make recommendations on appropriate treatmentPerform inspections on trees and write work orders based on assessmentsAssist with the removal of dead trees; perform minor pruning with hand saw or pruning pole for residentsAudit contractors working on tree maintenance and preventative maintenance programsSubmit and maintain records regarding all activities including work orders, schedules, and student timesheetsUse Town of Oakville tree management software (CityWorks),



to data search and create word documentsSchedule tree relocation or replacement and ensure safety of summer studentsSupervise part-time staff and instruct all support staff in the safe and efficient use, care and maintenance of all tools and equipment and arboricultural practices, audit work of contract servicesApply and ensure crew members apply safety precautions and procedures in the performance of duties and in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ministry of Transportation’s Book 7Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsA Certificate or Diploma in Arboriculture or Forestry from a recognized institution and a certificate in the Trade of Arborist (Provincial designation and or be an ISA certified arborist) or an equivalent in education and experience.Applicants must have a minimum of 2-3 years of practical experience in urban forestry.Must possess Chainsaw Safety Certificate or equivalent training courseMust possess mechanical aptitude an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.IHSA Line Clearing Safety & Awareness is an assetDemonstrated effective communication, both oral and written, customer service skillsProficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties. Ability to work with limited supervision and to work as part of a team.Must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s Licence Class G minimum (standard and automatic transmission) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour.Note:Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration. The successful applicant, who is a recent hire, will be required to provide the Corporation with a current drivers abstract (no older than 30 days) and pass a Town administered road test as a condition of employment.Must be willing to work a 40-hour workweek in varying weather conditions and be available to work a rotating shift, including weekend shifts as required.Must be physically fit. Demonstrations of the foregoing qualifications may be required through written, oral and practical examinations.DATED:May 11 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Seasonal - Urban Forest Technician - C$35.6 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Town of Oakville
📍 Winnipeg