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QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a two-year College diploma as a Forestry Technician, in Arboriculture or Urban Forestry, or equivalent, is required.
• Knowledge of soil components and testing methodology an asset.
• Geographic Information Systems experience is an asset.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of previous related experience in forestry or aboriculture is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ARE NECESSARY:

• Ability to maintain good customer relations.
• Ability to use computerized equipment for data entry, and understanding of spreadsheets.

Reports to and carries out work under the direction of the Supervisor, Forestry Operations or designate. Reviews tree planting operations to be performed in new plans of subdivision. Reviews files, gathers data, communicates and performs contract administration. Makes recommendations for acceptance of plant material and release of securities held. Performs inspections for tree work orders, on trimming, removal and tree planting warranties. Enters and updates current data onto City of London Tree Inventory.