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Form of workJob Title: Certified Tree Pruner
Number of Vacancies: 1
Posting number: EX23-351
Status: Limited position
Estimated Probable Duration: Up to Seven (7) Months (May be Extended)
Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a less qualified candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period may be considered for this position as a training/development opportunity.
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Rate of Pay: $32.64 per hour
(Training Opportunity rate of pay is $31.01 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.)
Start date: To follow selection process
Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher (Citywide)
Section: Roads Operations
Division: Linear Infrastructure Services
Department: Growth and Infrastructure
Duties: Under the supervision of a Citywide Superintendent, with the day-to-day direction of the Tree Warden.
1. Prune trees for contracted Hydro work in close proximity to energized lines.
2. Climb trees using ladders, safety ropes, belts and spurs.
3. Clear deadwood, remove overhanging branches, clear branches from Hydro lines, etc. using saws and pruners.
4. Treat damaged or diseased trees.
5. Secure split joints.
6. Spray trees with insecticides using sprayer.
7. Cut and remove roots and stumps manually and with motorized stumper.
8. Remove fallen trees from roads.
9. Plant and nurture trees.
10. Clean up job sites of all debris, load large branches into truck and feed smaller branches into chipper machine.
11. Sharpen saws, minor repairs and clean tools.
12. Operate and drive a bucket truck.
13. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
14. Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Must hold and maintain certification as a Utility Arborist (444B) through the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
- Three (3) years of experience in trimming trees around live conductors.
- Aerial Rescue training considered an asset.
- Must comply with applicable Provincial Standards and Acts.
- Be able to identify species of trees in order to prune correctly.
- Proven dependability to work without direct supervision in a team environment.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class “DZ” driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.
Résumés quoting EX23-351 are invited and will be received by the City of Greater Sudbury’s Human Resources and Organizational Development Division, by e-mail at or fax at 705-688-3979, for the above noted position until 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Any application received after this deadline will not be considered.
For further instructions on how to apply to this position, please visit our section.
All City of Greater Sudbury employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the City's mandatory . Please do not submit your proof of vaccination with your resume. This information will only be required if you are selected as the candidate of choice.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.
The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining an equitable, inclusive, diverse and accessible work environment. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. To find out if you’re eligible and for more information, visit our web page. If you received your education from an educational institution outside of Canada, a copy of your or document is required, along with your credentials. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
