The Landscape Technician I with Urban Forestry is, in its simplest form, a passionate protector of the urban forest. In this role, you will lend your expertise in all things arboricultural to contractors, citizens and other work areas within the City of Edmonton to ensure compliance with City standards wherever the urban forest may be affected. You will succeed in this role if you can manage your time and tasks well, and have the ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of different work units.

The Project Forestry team oversees the Public Tree Permit process, monitors related tree protection measures on site, and provides cost-recoverable custom tree work and consultation for projects with the potential to impact City trees.

Some of the duties you will perform:

• Collect data in the field, including tree measurements and assessments, required for potential projects that take place around trees
• Review landscape drawings and maps to determine tree ownership
• Assist with various projects which may include recommendations and tree evaluations for monetary value
• Coordinate contractor work to ensure compliance with City standards and agreements, while advising and/or resolving any discrepancies on the work
• Conduct field inspections and assess the progress and completion of contracted tree work
• Conduct tree assessment and gather information required for completing of police reports and claims
• Ensure compliance with safety and ENVISO requirements
• Assist with the administration of the Corporate Tree Management Policy (C456C) as outlined in its procedures, and track and report any damages to tree assets
• Review tree protection plans as they relate to the Public Tree Permit
• Review landscape plans to ensure arboriculture/landscaping best practices and standards are met
• Respond to public complaints or inquiries, orally or in writing
• Assist with creating educational and engaging content for social media posts, webpages, and workshops
• Perform related work, as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of a 2 year technology diploma with an arboricultural emphasis or a related field, including the ability to identify and assess local tree species
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in the landscaping industry

Assets:

• Knowledge and experience using GIS software, such as AEGIS (ArcGIS) or SLIM
• International Society of Arboriculture Certification
• Possession of Standard First Aid and CPR certification
• Experience in landscape construction, nursery, natural areas management and/or tree care
• Experience in contract supervision
• Knowledge of landscape construction procedures
• Experience coordinating and inspecting contractor work
• Knowledge of SAP

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of arboricultural techniques and practices
• Knowledge of methods and standards common to the specifications of contract implementation
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively deal with the public
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish priorities and effectively multitask
• Ability to perform light to medium manual labour, such as carrying minimal equipment to and from various worksite
• Proficiency in using Google Applications, such as Google Documents, Google Sheets and Google Meets
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Successful candidates must arrange their own transportation, to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insurance

Work Environment:

• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Salary Range: $34.315 - $43.102 (Hourly); $71,649.720 - $89,996.980 (Annually)

Home Location: Westwood Integrated Services (12304 107 Street NW) and/or Ellerslie Facility (2415 101 Street SW)

Recruitment Consultant: AG/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.