Equipment Operator II - Forestry

At the City of Edmonton - Parks & Roads Services, the long-term success of serving our citizens is implemented by the actions of exceptional leaders who exemplify our Cultural Commitments of being Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent. As a leader in our branch, your role will be to inspire and cultivate our vision and cultural commitments while championing continuous improvement in your area of responsibility.

As an Equipment Operator II in Forestry, your main role will be to operate a front end loader and potentially operate a skid steer, tractors, 5 ton truck, brush truck, forestry chipper on a daily basis, among other tasks. Equipment must be operated with expertise and safety. You will utilize your ability to work independently using strong organization skills to meet the needs of Forestry Operations in Parks and Roads Services.

Duties will include:

• Maintain daily maintenance on equipment
• Maintain daily record keeping
• Loading and unloading of balled and burlap trees from trailer
• Drive a front end loader on highways and City streets and in park spaces
• Operating a front end loader on City streets and parks as part of the City’s tree planting program
• Support various tree planting tasks including shoveling soil, installing and removing stakes and rodent protection and installation of trees
• Responsible for load securement
• May also be responsible for Loading, tarping and operation of truck dump box, dumping of material from dump truck box on various ground surfaces
• Working with tree crews and contractors onsite
• Delivering and hauling material to and from job sites following NSC and municipal legislation for load securement
• Loading and unloading trucks with material, including lifting and using rigging attached to the loader
• Ability to follow and understand truck routes
• Various tree maintenance related activities; including but not limited to stump grinding, chipping of brush, operation of equipment (tractors, loaders, skid steers)
• Snow removal
• Performing other related duties as required

• Completion of the 10th school grade supplemented by 1 year experience in the operation of equipment assigned to the position or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Possession of a valid Alberta Class 3 Vehicle Operator’s License with Air Brake Endorsement (or provincial equivalent) is a requirement of this position
• Obtain and maintain a City Drivers permit is a requirement of this position
• Standard First Aid, WHMIS Training, Chainsaw and ground disturbance Training would be assets
• Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of this position
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and have experience using a forestry chipper
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices and rules of the safe operation of the assigned equipment and occupational hazards applicable to the work. Must have the required competency to perform work safely. May be tested to ensure skill level is acceptable
• Tree maintenance experience and International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification are considered assets
• Previous experience or training in load rigging and crane use is considered an asset
• Good knowledge of the methods and practices used in servicing and maintaining the equipment
• Ability to respond to inquiries/complaints in a manner that is polite and sensitive to the needs of the public
• Ability to complete time cards, daily work records and interpret work assignments
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmontons Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested

Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2025 season

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $32.529 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AW/SG