Labourer 3 - Forestry

Responsibilities

Manual work of some complexity and variety involving the performance of semi‑skilled tasks entailing the exercise of one or more acquired skills. An incumbent trims, prunes and waters a variety of trees using rigging ropes, power saws and other hand tools; plants, stakes, fertilizes, mulches and cares for trees; identifies and treats trees affected by pests and disease, as directed; assists in the operation of a chipping machine; assists in setting out safety cones, warning signs and traffic control barriers under the direction of a supervisor; performs minor servicing and maintenance tasks on equipment operated; may assist in and direct the work of labourers engaged in forestry tasks. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Qualifications include up to high school graduation plus considerable experience in forestry work including some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerab...