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Why Clarington
Clarington is a place of possibilities.
With a population set to double by 2051, Clarington is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region with more than 107,000 people across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and country charm and is known for its thriving energy and agriculture sectors, historic downtowns and as a great place to live, work and play.
Our people enjoy a collaborative work environment, work-life balance, and are at the forefront of community impact. We value accountability, integrity and respect, and are committed to fostering equity, inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Together, we are striving to enhance the quality of life for residents today and for future generations who call Clarington home.
The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?
Position Snapshot
Reporting to and under the direction of the Supervisor, Forestry and Cemeteries, the Student, Forestry will be responsible for assisting with maintenance of trees throughout the summer.
What you’ll be doing
As a Student, Forestry, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with maintenance of juvenile trees, including watering, mulching, inspections and minor pruning
- Assisting Forestry Coordinator and Arborists with inspecting replacement tree planting and documenting deficiencies
- Assist with collecting boulevard tree inventory data in the field
- Other activities within the Public Works Department
What you bring
The successful candidate will have:
Candidates are being hired through the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA) Green Jobs Initiative. In accordance with the CPRA Green Jobs Initiative, interested applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be between the ages of 15 and 30 at the beginning of employment.
- Must be able to legally work in Canada.
- Candidates must be available from June 2 to August 29, 2025, inclusive (time off for vacation is not permitted during this employment period).
- Enrolled in, or recent completion of, a post-secondary educational program in Urban Forestry, Arboriculture or Forestry Technician, or related.
- Excellent customer service and good interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to interact with the public in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Strong computer skills, with experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with GIS considered an asset.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification would be an asset.
- Current Health and Safety/WHMIS training would be an asset.
- Candidates must provide their own safety “green patch” footwear and long navy blue pants.
- Candidates must be physically able to perform all duties including heavy lifting, prolonged standing and walking on uneven surfaces.
- Candidates are expected to work in all weather conditions.
- Candidates must be able to provide their own transportation to and from home and the assigned depot and could be assigned to any depot within Clarington (Orono, Hampton, and/or Depot 42 in Bowmanville).
What we offer
We offer the following benefits and perks to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.
- Rate of pay: $19.57 per hour.
- Hours of work: 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We are an equal opportunity employer
- The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive employer committed to equity, inclusion and diversity within its community and organization. We are committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment for our team.
- We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process or in performing your position should you be selected, please contact the Human Resources Division at careers@clarington.net.
Additional information and requirements
Pre-employment testing for this position may include written and oral testing, to assist in determining the successful applicant. A passing score will be considered to be 60% on each test with the highest score considered in the award.
Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must provide, at their own expense, the following:
- A current (with the last 180 days) satisfactory criminal reference check, directly from a Canadian Police Information Centre. Criminal Records Checks from third party agencies are not acceptable. Applicants who have been employed with the Municipality within the last year and have provided a criminal reference check within the last 365 days are exempt from providing another criminal reference check.
Privacy
Applicant information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Municipal Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 or by phone at 905-623-3379 ext. 2109.
Ready to apply?
Please submit your application online by June 6, 2025, 11:59 PM.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.
