Hybrid Tree Inspector at City of Burnaby

This is semi-skilled arboricultural work in the inspection of the City’s tree assets on City property including urban forests, parks, and boulevards. An employee of this class inspects trees to assess health, stability, and condition; prepares work orders for tree maintenance or makes recommendations for tree removal and replacement. Determines appropriate tree protection requirements for City tree assets at development sites; provides tree protection requirements to developers; inspects tree protection fencing. Organizes the tree removal and replacement process upon management’s approval in alignment with the Tree Management Policy; performs tree valuation to develop quotes for tree removals and replacement costs. Communicates findings and outcomes of tree inspections to public, developers, other departments, and supervisors. Attends to daily and storm-related tree emergencies; determines tree maintenance and pruning requirements. Collects and verifies City tree data; updates and maintains the information system; completes and maintains a variety of records and reports. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related technical courses, plus sound related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Sound knowledge of the tree biology including the names and varieties of trees; of relevant department policies, procedures, and processes. Ability to effectively communicate tree inspection findings and to work under minimal direction. Skill in the use and care of arboriculture equipment and tools. Certification as an Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture, Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) with the International Society of Arboriculture, Tree Appraisal Qualification with Arboriculture Canada and a Driver's License for the Province of British Columbia are required.

This is a Temporary Full Time position until March 13, 2026.

Please apply online by August 11, 2025.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.