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Main Purpose and Function

With nine indoor and five outdoor pools, the Aquatics Program with Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation provides world class community programs in various state of the art facilities. Our prized recreation programs are a direct result of the dedicated team who strive to maintain the highest standards of service by giving back to the community in an impactful and rewarding way.

Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is seeking applications from qualified candidates for the Lifeguard/Instructor position to join our aquatics team! If you are interested in joining a dynamic team committed to connecting people to active living as well as making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply to this opportunity!

Candidates must e-mail their certifications to [email protected] in addition to this application in order to be considered.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Swim instruction, pool supervision, maintenance and emergency medical care
• Facilitating safe community recreation for everyone through integration, inclusion, and participation in aquatic recreation
• Providing every member and guest with support and excellence in customer service
• Teaching and evaluating all age groups and all levels of swimming, including specialized areas of instruction
• Supervision of all visitors, administration of first aid
• Performing routine facility maintenance, and other related duties as required

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following current and valid certificates:

• National Lifeguard Pool Option Certificate
• LSS - Swim Instructor Certificate 
• CPR - “C” Certificate 
• Standard First Aid or equivalent (as deemed by the City of Vancouver)

***Certification as a BCRPA Fitness Registered Instructor (Aquafit Module) and Lifesaving Instructor certifications are especially valuable. The City of Vancouver offers Aquafit and lifesaving programs to all members and guests.

A Police Record Check is a requirement of the position. A Clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Candidates must have the ability to meet varied shift requirements, which may include, weekends statutory holidays, as well as early mornings and late evening shifts. 

A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position.  A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: February, 2024 

What is the opportunity?

RBC Dominion Securities is Canada’s leading full-service investment and wealth management firm. We are committed to helping our clients build financial success through a personalized approach that draws on the full resources of RBC Wealth Management.

The RBC Dominion Securities Inc. downtown Vancouver office in Royal Centre is seeking an integral member of a successful and growing private client wealth management business.  As Associate Wealth Advisor & Financial Planner your role is to deliver customized advice and wealth management strategies to our High-Net-Worth (HNW) Clients.

As a valued and senior team member, you will be compensated for your contribution and responsibilities to the business.  Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience with HNW Clients and this is an “on-site in the office” role.

What will you do?

• Provide Wealth Management and Financial Planning advice to our HNW Clients
• Use proprietary software to prepare Financial Plans for our HNW Clients
• Work with other planning experts within RBC (including Financial Planning, Estate Planning, Business Owner Planning, Trust Planning, Charitable Planning, Insurance Planning and other professional specialists) to prepare customized planning for the specific needs and objectives of our HNW Clients (this may include wealth transfer strategies, holding company strategies, executive compensation arrangements, individual pension plans, retirement compensation arrangements, gifting of securities, charitable planning, trust, insurance and other strategies)
• Develop the service plan for Wealth Management advice to our HNW Clients
• Promote and support a work environment that inspires innovation, creativity and collaboration

What must you have to succeed?

• First class client service skills
• At least 7 years of relevant investment industry experience with HNW Clients
• Exceptional verbal and written English skills – especially over the telephone
• Recognized Professional Designation (such as CPA, CA, CFP, TEP, FEA, CFA, etc.)
• Commitment to obtain CFP designation (if not already held)
• IIROC licensed as a Registered Representative (RR) (or willingness to obtain)
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Resident of the BC Lower Mainland and legally able to work in Canada

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program which include competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

The expected base salary range for this particular position is $38,000 - $55,000 depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn considerably more through RBC’s robust discretionary bonus program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Customer Service, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Investment Management, Investment Performance Measurement

Additional Job Details

VANCOUVER MAIN BRANCH (B), 1055 GEORGIA ST W:VANCOUVER

VANCOUVER

Canada

37.5

Full time

Wealth Management

Regular

Salaried

2024-03-31

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years’

Location: 1696 Duranleau St,Vancouver, BC V6H 3S4
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible Hours, Morning
Work setting: Restaurant
Cook categories: Cook (general)

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be physically demanding, and a repetitive tasker
• The candidates should be able to work with attention to detail

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizen and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position.
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• The candidates should be able to plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies
• The candidates should be able to inspect kitchens and food service areas
• The candidates should be able to train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• The candidates should be able to order supplies and equipment, clean kitchen and work areas
• The candidates should be able to supervise kitchen staff and helpers, manage kitchen operations
• The candidates should be able to maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

By mail
1696 Duranleau St,
VANCOUVER, BC
V6H 3S4

We’re looking for a full-time news producer with a can-do attitude! Someone can put a news show to air, who loves to chase news, and thrives under pressure and deadlines. A strong communicator and storyteller who embraces innovation and new technology.  Various producing responsibilities will form a regular part of the work, including lining-up newscasts, vetting news content, coordinating with CityNews teams across the country, and overseeing our 24/7 livestream channel. The position will require weekend and evening shifts.  

What you will do...

• You will have the opportunity to develop and grow in several different roles in our newsroom
• Find, chase, research news content for multiple markets
• Write content and vet stories
• Line up news shows and take them to air
• Assign news stories when needed
• Collaborate with supervising producers for show needs/requirements
• Locate visuals/materials needed to tell story
• Support and communicate with field teams (VJs, ENG)
• Contribute to /help generate story ideas and pitches
• Complete, vet all production elements needed for air (fonts, graphics, outcues etc.)

What you will bring...

• An insatiable curiosity. We want producers who are always asking why and pushing our stories into territories that our competition is not exploring, while also offering context that our audience is seeking.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as required
• Patience and a willingness to explore new ways of producing news
• A passion for local live and breaking news, strong editorial judgement, and an interest in growing professionally in a fast-paced, fun newsroom

Here’s what you can expect in return:

• A competitive salary and benefits which include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks, including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets. 
• Leadership which supports your development and long-term career at Rogers. 
• A team that trusts and wants to win together. 
• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how.” 

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

· Health & well-being benefits
· Donation matching
· Paid time off for volunteering
· Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
· Generous employee discounts
· Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News

As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
 
As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day-to-day trading of their business. 
  
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:
 

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service by:
  • supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  • responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting client transactions in a timely and responsive manner
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to grow assets and/or revenue
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisors to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts  
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience

 
DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
 
 We would love to work with you if you have:
 

• Experience in the securities industry
• Already duly registered as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

 
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
 

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used, package take-out food, and portion and wrap foods
• The candidates should be able to prepare, heat, and finish simple food items, serve customers at counters or buffet tables, and stock refrigerators and salad bars
• The candidates should be able to take customers’ orders and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

By mail
6191 Fraser Street
Vancouver , BC
V5W 2Z9

Main Purpose & Function 
The Electrical Technician I will perform detailed technical work including designing, estimating, inspecting, providing technical reviews, ordering materials, developing project scope and coordinating projects related to City's electrical and communication infrastructure and within responsibilities of Traffic, Electrical Operations and Design – Electrical Design department.

The regular work hours for this position are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. This position is based in National Works Yard, 701 National Avenue. The successful candidate may be required to adjust shifts and change locations as per operational needs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions (street lighting, traffic signals, power distribution, communication systems etc.) that meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Conduct site surveys, inspections or technical investigations to collect data for engineering projects.
• Liaison with internal and external customers, other City divisions/departments, electricians, superintendents, civil crews, project coordinators/managers, consultants, various Business Improvement Associations and general public.
• Provide estimates for construction (labor and material) using in-house software.
• Perform development reviews (for off-site scope) and utilities reviews
• Perform night inspections and attend public meetings as required.
• Provide support for Organizational Quality Management (OQM) program compliance activities such as document control, quality control, process improvement and field reviews.
• Review work of draftspersons and other technicians.
• Perform other administrative and technical functions in support of engineering activities as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of the twelfth school grade supplemented by either completion of electrical apprenticeship or recognized electrical technician courses/program.
• Considerable experience as an electrical designer or electrical technologist, electrician or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in street lighting design and traffic signal design will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, AGI32, Word, Excel and ETAP is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), City of Vancouver Design Guidelines and Construction Standards, Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD), the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) specifications and the Uniform Traffic Control Device (UTCD) standards, and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) of North America standards and lighting simulation.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity and electronics and their practical applications.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work efficiently.
• Ability to estimate labour/material costs for complex projects.
• Ability to prepare, read, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to direct and supervise the work of subordinates engaged in technical field and office duties.
• Ability to perform research tasks and compile statistical and narrative reports as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all internal/external stakeholders and the public.
• Ability to enforce rules and regulations with tact.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher.
  • The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities.
  • Your driving record will be reviewed as part of the application process. Candidates must demonstrate a safe driving history, as assessed by the City of Vancouver.
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
  • Insurance & Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

Application Close: February 22, 2024

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Main Purpose and Function

The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst works as a member of the HR Systems and Analystics team. Interfacing with key business leaders from client departments, this role enables the City to leverage HR data and metrics supporting strategic and operational decisions. The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst also supports HR transformation by driving accountability, improving transparency and increasing efficiency.

This role partners closely with other Corporate Support teams to foster a culture of data driven decision making across the city by working with client departments to increase HR data literacy, enable data exploration, and disseminate business intelligence tools and processes amongst end users.

The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst provides key labour relations support by providing reporting related to the operational impacts of collective agreements as well as creating ad hoc reports and financial models for collective bargaining.

This role also provides HR systems support and system administration as required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting and Analytics:
  • Responsible for creating, distributing, analyzing, optimizing and automating reports on a scheduled basis or Ad hoc as needed
  • Designs, develops and maintains dashboards with a variety of data visualization tools using interaction design best practices
  • Assists client departments in identifying opportunities for HR metrics for Workforce Planning, JEDI (justice, equity, decolonization and inclusion) and other key HR related processes and priorities.
  • Leads business analysis for department specific and city-wide data visualization using UX Design principles including creating and maintaining end user personas and prototyping
  • Supports the bargaining process and Labour Relations requests through reporting and data analysis including financial modelling
  • Proposes and validates high value datasets and governance guidelines for enablement through the City’s Enterprise Data Enablement process, building and deploying automated dashboards and reporting processes using business intelligence tools while leading the associated projects.
  • Works with client departments to foster data literacy and user adoption of self-serve business intelligence tools and processes though co-ordinating testing and end user support and training.  
  • Works with client departments to uncover and remediate data quality issues.
  • Performs Seniority calculations and other union related reporting
  • Creates and updates Privacy Impact Assessments related to new data initiatives
• Systems support and maintenance:
  • Reviews and responds to Help Calls related to HR systems, including in-house applications and SAP SuccessFactors.
  • Supports HR Systems Administration as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Business Analytics, Information Technology or a related discipline and 5 years of data analysis and visualization or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience supporting and administering HR Management Systems such as SAP SuccessFactors 
• Experience supporting and facilitating multi-stakeholder initiatives and engagements at all levels
   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of SAP applications and their reporting capabilities including Payroll, CATS, HCM, SuccessFactors
• Knowledge of HR metrics and the ability to make strategic reporting recommendations to support data driven business decisions
• Knowledge of HR related business operations and processes
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Knowledge of SAP Business Warehouse or Enterprise Data Warehousing solutions is an asset
• Ability to create dashboards by mastering Business Intelligence tools such as SAP Analysis for Excel, Power BI, Lumira Discovery or SAP Analytics Cloud
• Ability to extract and analyse large data sets
• Ability to perform complex financial modeling related to time entry and payroll
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels
• Ability to quickly master and stay on top of new technologies
• Business analysis skills and experience including the ability to formulate, evaluate, assess, and as appropriate, document and implement system design requirements, standards, best practices and tools
• Proven project management and negotiation skills, capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills to resolve business issues from an analytical perspective
• Payroll or Accounting knowledge is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and present complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Enhanced Reliability Check required

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Main Purpose and Function

Carnegie Community Centre servces as an important resource to Vancouver's diverse Downtown Eastside community. Patrons participate in educational, recreational, cultural and social programming; enjoy the delicious low cost food offered at the cafeteria; or simply enjoy the Centre as the living room of the Downtown Eastside.

This position is responsible for the delivery of essential food services at Carnegie Communicty Centre in a professional and welcoming manner, with or without the assistance of volunteers. Customer services is a key element of the position.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Specific duties include assisting in food preparation, including preparing and packaging catering orders and light meals; operating the concession point of sale and cash accounts records; serving customers; training and supervising concession volunteers; ensuring the concession is properly stocked; cleaning and maintaining cleaning and hygiene standards; conducting cash-outs; and assisting kitchen staff in cleaning, receiving deliveries and other related duties as required.

Requires an ability to work with volunteers, patrons and other staff in a respectful and supportive manner, understanding their needs, and providing constructive advice or direction as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10 and preferably one year experience in commercial kitchen, catering or food service operations, including operating a cash register and providing food services to customers, with cooking school training and/or other retail work related experience.
• Experience in dealing with a broad spectrum of customers and a demonstrated focus on customer service is required.
• Experience in working with and training volunteers an asset.
• Food Safe Level 1 or ability to obtain is a requirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of concession operations is required.
• Working knowledge of sanitation, public health and kitchen safety standards as applied to the serving, storage and preparation of food.
• Strong people skills, ability to be energetic and motivated team player, and possess excellent organizational skills.
• Physically able to work several hours in a standing position and lift moderately heavy weights (10-12 kg).

A Police Record Check clearance is a requirement of these positions. A Clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

We are currently seeking skilled Welder Fabricator in the Vancouver, BC area to join our team. 

BASIC PURPOSE

• To ensure all assigned mechanical related tasks are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner with a high level of quality, using safe work practices acceptable to the customers’ satisfaction.

WAGE RANGE

Competitive wages will be based on qualifications, experience, and position.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

• Utilizes safe work practices and promote safety policies to others. Must maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Proficient in standards, codes, best practices, safe work policies and practices.
• Responsible for safe and conscientious use of equipment including forklift, skidsteer loader, scissor lifts, power tools along with proficiency in safe methods of hoisting and rigging at all times.
• Assist with mechanical equipment inspections, troubleshooting, repairing and preventative maintenance along with installations, dismantling, assembling as per manufacturer specifications and recommended standards.  Perform welding duties as required, fabrication and field fit/repairs of equipment.
• Proficient in material take offs, interpreting equipment and fabrication drawings, including providing accurate layout of the work and building to drawings and specifications. In addition, O+M Manuals to ensure correct maintenance and service has been provided.
• Accurately and effectively uses various types of welding and cutting equipment.
• Ability to complete required daily paperwork with legible penmanship and to KPIC standard.
• Responsible for all company tools ensuring they are accounted for at the end of each day. Maintaining a clean tool trailer each and every day.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all business interactions and strives to meet customer needs in a creative and safe manner.
• Highly motivated, positive attitude, pleasant demeanor with an ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks while working within a team environment and cross-functional departments as well as independently.
• Have valid CWB certification, experience with GMAW/MIG).
• Mechanical ability and knowledge such as troubleshooting skills, ability to assemble and commission mechanical systems in addition to understanding of multi hp industrial drives, shafts, bearings, and lubrication considered an asset.
• Ability to install, examine, diagnose, and adjust various types of industrial and mechanical equipment is an asset
• Appropriate level of experience in industrial maintenance/service environment.  Agricultural Industry experience considered an asset.
• Enrolled in Apprenticeship program.  Journeyman status is an asset.
• Ability to work in cold & hot weather/environments and green/brown fields sites subject to grain dust.
• Required Safety tickets/training, minimally including a current First Aid Certificate, fall arrest, confined space, WHIMIS, CSTS will be considered an asset and preference will be shown towards candidate holding valid & current training.  Proof of training maybe requested.
• Holds no previous safety violation within the FWS Group of Companies.
• Perform other tasks as assigned 

OTHER INFORMATION

• Valid class 5 driver’s license required with driver’s abstract.
• Candidate must be open and flexible to change, work during scheduled shutdowns, shift and, when necessary, overtime hours to accommodate scheduled maintenance of equipment. 
• Position will involve occasional overnight trips and travel.

GREAT BENEFITS

KPIC is a proud member of the FWS Group of Companies and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 9 consecutive years.

• Ride Sharing to Site
• Apprenticeship programs upon hire
• Competitive Wages
• Excellent Benefits Package, including Group Retirement Program with Employer match Contributions along with Life Insurance, Extended Health Care, Vision Care, Dental and more..
• Health and Wellness Program
• Prescription Safety Eyewear Reimbursement 
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks
• Profit Sharing/Bonus Plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Apprenticeship and Education Funding Programs
• Onboarding Gear Bag equipped with standard PPE and KPIC branded clothing
• Employee Recognition, Scholarship and Volunteerism Awards for employee’s children
• Annual Protective Clothing Reimbursement & Corporate Clothing Credit
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Onboarding & Referral Incentives

Apply Now!

Main Purpose & Function 
This is skilled and semiskilled arboriculture work involving pruning, maintenance, planting and removal of boulevard and park trees. Tree pruning and removal is hazardous work performed with minimum supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• The Arborist IA is the lead worker responsible for allocating, checking and reviewing the work of an arboriculture operations crew.
• The successful candidate will respond to enquiries from the general public in the course of carrying out assignments, participate in preparing presentations, public demonstrations and provides on the job training to subordinates in tree care operations.
• The Arborist IA will also be responsible for performing tree pruning operations around energized hydro lines and pruning boulevard and park trees using power saws, and other hand tools. This position would operate an aerial bucket truck and climb boulevard and park trees when required, using ropes and safety harness, operating a chipping machine as required and occasionally carrying out cabling and bracing.
• Additional responsibilities include planting and removing trees as required with using hand tools and mechanized equipment.
• The Arborist IA will have to lift and transplant established trees to accommodate site modifications, identifies diseased trees or trees that are potentially hazardous to public safety, and undertakes emergency control action as required and informs superiors of situations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of the tenth school grade plus considerable experience in street tree operations and in the operation of a boom truck, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in the use of climbing equipment and rigging techniques, and in planting and transplanting techniques.
• Utility Arborist – Certificate of qualification is required.
• Level I First Aid Certificate is required.
• Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate when required
• Power System Safety Certificate is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of arboriculture methods, standards and practices, City and Park Board safety protocols, and arboriculture and utility arboriculture safe work procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of growth habits and maintenance requirements of various tree species.
• Working knowledge of arboriculture pests and diseases, and integrated pest management practices.
• Skill in the use of a variety of power and hand tools used in pruning, planting, removal, cable and bracing, pest control and general tree maintenance
• Skill in the use of safety harness and ropes used in climbing trees.
• Skill in the operation and servicing of equipment used in the work and in the use of tools used in minor servicing and repair tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to perform hazardous climbing and pruning tasks at considerable heights and ability to identify hazardous trees.
• Ability to perform manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to identify hazardous and diseased trees and to take emergency remedial action.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to assign, check and review the work of subordinates performing semiskilled and unskilled tasks participate in conducting performance reviews for same.
• Ability to keep records related to work performed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates.
• Ability to meet the public and answer a variety of questions regarding tree management activities, and participate in preparing presentations and public demonstrations.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
  • 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
  • 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
  • Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.