Crew Leader (ISA Certified) - Tree Care - REVISED Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54317)

Description

The City of Edmonton is looking for dedicated leaders to join our Parks and Urban Forestry team. As a Licensed Crew Leader on the Tree Care Team, you will be at the forefront of preserving our city's vibrant canopy, ensuring our urban forest remains a safe and beautiful asset for everyone. 

As a Licensed Crew Leader on the Tree Care Team, you will play a vital role in overseeing and coordinating daily tree maintenance operations. You will lead a diverse team of arborists and ground crew members, ensuring tasks are prioritized effectively and completed with the highest regard for safety and efficiency. Beyond daily operations, you will be a key player in hazard and storm response, guiding your team through complex and time-sensitive work. Your expertise as an ISA Certified Arborist will be essential as you implement industry best practices in pruning, removal, and risk assessment. You will also be responsible for fostering a positive team culture, mentoring staff, and upholding our commitment to high-quality service delivery.

What will you do?

• Lead and supervise crews in the execution of the annual work plan, ensuring productivity and quality standards are met
• Assign daily tasks with consideration for team capacity, equipment availability, and changing weather conditions
• Conduct performance conversations, goal setting, and career planning for direct reports to support their professional growth
• Oversee operational safety by conducting field inspections, delivering tool-box talks, and reviewing Emergency Response Plans
• Participate in hiring and recruitment while managing the onboarding and training of new team members
• Coordinate storm and hazard responses, including participating in on-call rotations to address emergency tree care needs
• Manage equipment and tool inventories, liaising with Fleet Services to ensure all machinery is safe and well-maintained
• Engage professionally with community members and collaborators to address inquiries and service notifications