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<h1 style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:18.0pt'>Urban Forest
Technician <o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<h1 style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:18.0pt'>Community
Services Department<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<h1 style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:18.0pt'>The Regional
Municipality of Wood Buffalo, AB<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<p class=a style='text-align:justify'><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h1 style='text-autospace:none'><span lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-weight:normal'>This is a permanent, full-time position working forty (40)
hours per week.</span><span lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='text-align:justify'><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Under
general supervision, co-ordinate, inspect and work with all aspects of urban
forest operations and maintenance. Responsible for supervision of staff, and
work involved in the operations and maintenance of the municipal urban forest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-size:11.5pt'> <u><o:p></o:p></u></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Minimum
of a diploma in Forestry, Arboriculture or related field. A combination of
education and experience may be considered.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Professional
designation (RPF, RPFT, ISA) a definite asset.</span><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Minimum
two (2) years related experience in urban forest operations, arboricultural
maintenance or technical forestry related duties.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Chainsaw
certification (PITS).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Above
average communication, leadership, interpersonal, planning, and problem solving
skills.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Knowledge
of computer applications (word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, etc.).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Valid
class five (5) driver’s license with Q endorsement.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span
style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Current
First Aid/CPR.</span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Valid
Alberta pesticide applicators license an asset.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Ability
to operate equipment such as chainsaw, brush saw, trimmers, hand tools,
chipper, and bucket truck to perform all necessary duties.</span><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Must
meet the medical and physical fitness requirements needed to perform the
demanding work required of this position. Ability to work in all weather conditions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Utility
Line Ticket an asset. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:-18.0pt;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-CA
style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Pass
Criminal Record Check.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=a style='text-align:justify'><span lang=EN-CA> </span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Salary</span></b><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> $33.03
(Probationary rate) <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> $36.19
- $38.77 (Permanent rates) <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> In
addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> -excellent
training and development opportunities<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> -an
extensive employer paid benefits plan<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> -home
equity protection program<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> -an
additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:144.0pt;text-indent:-144.0pt'><b><span
lang=EN-CA style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> living
allowance and wellness payment.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Competition Number</span></b><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> 07-0255<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-size:8.0pt;
font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:108.0pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:
-108.0pt'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Closing
Date </span></b><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> ‘Open
Until Filled’<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span lang=EN-CA style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:
"Times","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Submit
resume to: The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Human Resources
Department, Suite 103, 9816 Hardin Street, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4K3, Fax (780)
743-5401, or apply online at <a href="http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/">www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca</a>
</span><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times","serif"'> <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>We
appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted.
</span></i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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