Job Description

Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Hourly Wage:

$26.40

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

July 31, 2026

Openings:

1Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected.

Our vision is to foster a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

What We Offer?
This contract position is eligible for the following:

• Hourly Rate: $26.40 - $28.51
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility to participate in the OMERS pension plan
• Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis

The Department of Community Services, Facility, Operations & Environment Division is accepting applications for the role of Seasonal Arborist.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations & Forestry, the Seasonal Arborist supports daily activities of operational services within the division. The Seasonal Arborist will perform a variety of operational tasks to support urban forestry while ensuring they are meeting service levels and following all safety standards.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Performs woodlot, park and street tree management activities
• Performs arboriculture work, including pruning, rigging, removals and cabling according to current policies and procedures and accepted industry practice(s)
• Operates specialized equipment such as chippers, chain saws, and stumpers where required in a safe and efficient manner
• Creates and maintains records as required, including but not limited to, Urban Forestry site work safety plans (tailboards), traffic control plans (Book 7) and three maintenance work records for all projects, daily
• Complies with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Perform all other duties as assigned in accordance with Department objectives
• Perform pre and post audits of all equipment utilized
• Complete equipment work order forms as required
• Responds to customer inquiries according to established procedures and approved decision-making framework
• Maintains ongoing communication with internal staff and contractors to maintain a high level of efficiency and service

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year Post Secondary Diploma in Urban Forestry Arboriculture Program
• One (1) year experience in municipal public works or parks and/or other relevant and/or equivalent experience
• Possession of a class “G” Ontario Driver’s license is required. The successful candidate must have a clean driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving habits. A recent driver’s abstract dated within 30 days will be required if selected for an interview. Persons with 4 or more demerit points need not apply
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills are required
• Mechanical aptitude to operate relevant equipment
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations, i.e. Ontario Health & Safety Act (OHSA)
• Ability to use heavy tools and lift or move moderately heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
• Able to work outside in inclement weather

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in parks or maintenance or related field and/or combination of relevant post secondary education and related experience
• Two (2) years of experience in municipal forestry operations
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate / CPR and WHMIS
• Excellent verbal, written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

Note to Applicants

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practice

We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.milton.ca under the Employment Opportunities section. This position will be posted until filled.

If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.