Equipment Operator II - Planting Operations

March 9, 2026

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Are you a skilled driver who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the beauty of our city? The City Operations department is looking for a Temporary Equipment Operator 2 to join our Parks & Urban Forestry team. In this role, you will be a vital link in our planting operations, ensuring that trees from the Old Man Creek Nursery are delivered safely and efficiently to planting sites across Edmonton. You will work closely with dedicated teams to support the growth and health of our urban forest. If you have a passion for heavy equipment and horticulture, we invite you to apply and help us expand our city's green canopy.Operating out of the Old Man Creek Nursery, you will be responsible for the safe operation of heavy trucks and trailers (Class 3) to deliver up to 20 basket and burlap caliper trees daily during the planting season. You will verify load orders, participate in the safe rigging of trees, and navigate various city routes to reach planting teams. Beyond deliveries, you will support nursery operations by operating equipment such as track loaders, skid steers, and tractors for tree care and site maintenance. This role requires a high degree of skill in following Urban Forestry Best Management Practices and adhering to strict safety regulations. You will act as a key collaborator with planting crews, ensuring soil and trees are placed exactly where they are needed to ensure successful growth.What will you do?<ul><li>Operate heavy duty trucks and trailers to deliver caliper trees from the Nursery to daily planting routes</li><li>Receive, understand, and verify load orders against trees and soil being loaded</li><li>Participate in the safe rigging and securement of trees on and off trailers</li><li>Operate and maintain specialized forestry equipment including skid steers, loaders, tractors, and tandem trucks</li><li>Perform nursery-based tasks such as tree handling, growing activities, and general site maintenance</li><li>Maintain accurate paper and electronic records of work schedules, completed tasks, and safety observations</li><li>Collaborate daily with Nursery Workers and Planting Team Arborists to coordinate site-specific delivery details</li><li>Performing other related duties as required</li></ul> Qualifications <ul><li>Completion of the tenth (10th) school grade</li><li>One (1) year experience in forestry operations & snow and ice control</li><li>Two (2) years’ experience operating air-brake equipped trucks and associated trailers</li></ul>Assets:<ul><li>Formal training or certification in load securement and rigging practices</li><li>Experience with Urban Forestry Best Management Practices</li></ul>Skills required for success:<ul><li>Foundational knowledge of trees, plants, and plant material</li><li>Strong communication skills using mobile devices, Google Chat, and handheld radios</li><li>Ability to solve low-complexity logistical issues, such as wayfinding and daily route disruptions</li><li>A commitment to safety, including the ability to identify and escalate equipment defects or safety incidents</li><li>Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (<a href=""> style="color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">)</li><li>Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion</li></ul>Conditions of Employment:<ul><li>Valid Alberta Class 3 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) with Air Brake Endorsement or higher. Obtaining and maintaining a Class D City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position</li><li>Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position.</li><li>Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls</li><li>Applicants may be tested</li><li>Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications</li></ul>Work Environment:<ul><li>The role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains</li><li>Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, animals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur</li><li>This role requires completion of repetitive and strenuous tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting items up to 100 pounds, pushing, pulling, reaching, using feet/hand control requiring physical stamina and resilience</li></ul>The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact <a href="mailto:employment@edmonton.ca">employment@edmonton.ca</a>. Learn more about our benefits <a href=""> style="color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">.Up to 1 temporary position for up to 11 months in accordance with Article 18.02.03 of the Collective AgreementHours of Work: 40 hours per weekSalary Range: $35.510 (hourly)Recruitment Consultant: PO/SOEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.Classification Title: Equip Operator II Posting Date: Mar 05, 2026 Closing Date: Mar 19, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT) Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time Union: CUPE Local 30 Department: City Operations Work Location(s): Old Man Creek Nursery, Range Road 231 Edmonton T8A 4V2

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