Job Description

• Job ID: 62902
• Job Category: Parks & Natural Resources
• Division & Section: Environment, Climate & Forestry, Urban Forestry
• Work Location: LESMILL EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES, 355 Lesmill Road
• Job Type & Duration: 3 Permanent, 1 Temporary (12 month) vacancies
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $32.83-$35.82
• Shift Information: 40 hours per week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 4
• Posting Period: 18-Mar-2026 to 01-Apr-2026

Reporting to the Supervisor, Tree Planting and Tree Nursery, the Forestry Data Collector is a key member of the Urban Forest Renewal team, contributing to the planning, implementation and inspection of various planting programs aimed at increasing the urban forest canopy across the City of Toronto. The primary functions associated with this position include, but are not limited to:

Major Responsibilities:

• Conducts site visits in various settings to take photos and measurements, collect data related to tree planting such as species, location and site conditions and monitor planting survival, tree health and insect/disease problems.
• Identifies potential tree planting sites on street rights-of-way, open spaces, parks.
• Performs surveys for specific signs and symptoms of pests and diseases on trees located on public and private lands.
• Performs minor pruning of branches of trees as required, working from the ground.
• Participates in the implementation of pest management programs, completing repetitive manual tasks such as setting up and monitoring insect traps, performing branch dissections, controlling insect populations by removal, vacuuming, spot spraying or treating egg masses.
• Uses tablets and other data collection devices and software to input data, map tree locations, and develop planting plans.
• Reads and interprets sketches, maps, and plans showing tree and property data.
• Answers or refers inquiries from the public related to the work (e.g., tree planting and species selection, tree related by-laws), communicating and maintaining detailed information as required.
• Performs tasks independently in all weather conditions such as mapping, assessing tree health, updating tree inventory, preparing planting plans, delivering notices, communicating with the public, minor tree maintenance, etc.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Post-secondary education in Ecology, Forestry, Environmental Science or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience with tree planting including tree species and site selection, planting requirements and maintenance.
3. Experience in the identification and treatment of common biotic and abiotic tree stresses in the urban environment.
4. Experience using GIS tools, mapping tools, detailed databases and complex spreadsheets for data collection and data entry.

You must also have:

• Must possess a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements and be able to maintain same.
• Ability to use a variety of software packages such as Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel), email, and other software packages relevant to supporting the division (i.e. TMMS, EWMSMaximo).
• Ability to implement work plans in a timely manner and maintain detailed records.
• Well developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization and the public, and provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of tree morphology, physiology, and dendrology. Ability to read and interpret maps, plans and drawings.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Highway Traffic Act and associated regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties.
• Must be able to work independently in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to complete repetitive tasks and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks and work effectively independently and in a team environment.

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Accommodation

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