Forestry II at City of Windsor – Windsor, Ontario

Why Windsor?Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state-of-the-art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.
Job Title: Forestry II
Job Posting Number: 2026-0099
Posting Type: Internal and External
Posting Period: Friday, March 27, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. to Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Department: Parks, Recreation & Facilities
Union: C.U.P.E. Local 82
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Job Code: 82082
Grade/Class: 009
Number of Positions: 2
Rate of Pay: $37.09 per hour
Hours of Work per Week: 40 hours
Shift Work Required: YesDuties and Responsibilities:Reporting to the City Forester/Manager of Forestry or designate, this position will be responsible for the care, maintenance, removal, trimming and brush removal of shade and ornamental trees within the City of Windsor utilizing an aerial bucket on public and parkland. Responsibilities include:

• Planting trees for urban reforestation and use of spray chemicals for disease and insect control will be a component of the position;
• Incumbent must be physically fit and a good climber with the ability to work from rope and saddle, ladder or aerial bucket at all heights;
• The safe operation and maintenance of all forestry tools, such as chainsaws, ropes, pole saws, pruners, extension pruners, cables, shovels and axes;
• climb using ladders, ropes and saddle techniques;
• Will be required to utilize proper forestry techniques and equipment in a safe and efficient manner when operating various equipment including bucket trucks, boom trucks and chippers;
• Will be required to lift, carry, push and pull tree limbs, materials and supplies utilizing devices such as a Ball Buggy or Dolly;
• Will guide and instruct new staff as required.
• Shift work may be required as needed for emergency response calls due to storms or accidents and special work order requirements;
• Will be required to work in all types of weather conditions with minimum supervision;
• Will be required to observe safety regulations at all times and maintain amiable relations with the public and fellow staff;
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program;
• Will perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must have two (2) years of post secondary community college diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry or Urban Forestry and over one (1) year tree maintenance work experience in an urban environment;
• Must obtain internally and hold the classifications for Forestry Assistant and Forestry III per Article 12.01 of the CU.P.E. Local 82 Collective Agreement;
• Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘D’ driver’s license with ‘Z’ endorsement in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must complete a post-offer agility test in an effort to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to aid in minimizing injuries on the job;
• Must be thoroughly familiar with current arboricultural practices, including full tree trim, tree planting, whole tree removal and disease and insect control;
• Must be thoroughly familiar with the care, maintenance and use of all hand tools and mechanical equipment used in Arboriculture;
• Must have thorough knowledge of all native and introduced tree species growing in the Windsor area, including identification, growth habits and pest problems;
• Must have good public relation skills and ability to work in a team environment.Physical Demands:• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a heavy level of work.
• Must complete a post-offer agility test in an effort to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to aid in minimizing injuries on the job.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Note:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.