Forestry Technician; Technician II

Overview

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Job Title

Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

15

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

Immediate

Per hour

Salary Grade

$40.93 - $44.48

Department

Location

145 Harry Walker Parkway, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B3 CA (Primary)

Reporting to the Program Manager, Forestry is responsible for assisting with the delivery of the Urban and Regional Forest programs and activities; street planting, maintenance and monitoring; forest property management and maintenance; and providing technical support for Invasive Species and Green Infrastructure programs.

• Implements and monitors regional tree planting programs, including inspection of tree planting, in conjunction with capital roads and other projects.
• Performs standardised data collection and analysis, including street inventory, insect and diseases monitoring, urban forest health assessment and other tree inventories.
• Assists in performing information data management including establishing and maintaining section files and documentation.
• Liaises with government and non government agencies, contractors, developers, public etc. regarding technical, greening and urban forest promotional issues.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries and complaints from the public.
• Promotes the importance of forests, urban forestry, the Greening Strategy, trees and the natural environment.
• Implements natural environment restoration and planting plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma Program in Resource Management, Arboriculture or related field.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in urban forestry, arboriculture, forest management or a natural resource field.
• Must be registered as a Certified Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
• Experience with tree maintenance and pruning practices, forestry equipment and its maintenance, trail maintenance, fence and gate installation and maintenance.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
• Knowledge of urban forestry and arboriculture principles and concepts related to forestry and trees, including hazard tree assessment and understanding of tree health and survival in a rural and urban context.
• Knowledge of tree biology and physiology, including strong tree identification skills.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, bylaws and regulations including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and data base applications and Geographic Information Systems.
• Ability to read and interpret road and development construction drawings and specifications in relation to impacts on vegetation.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.

• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  37.5
• Location:
  
  145 Harry Walker Parkway, Newmarket, ON

Close Date:
February 9, 2026

# of Hires Needed: 1

Union: CUPE Local 4900

Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

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York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email  or call extension 75506.

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