Arborist Co-op
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Job Type: Summer Student Employment
Job Status: Open Vacancy
Location: Niagara Falls, ON (On-site)
Compensation Range: $18.00 to $22.00/hr
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2026, and will be reviewed as they are received.
Please note that Niagara Parks operates seasonally; therefore, this position is expected to begin between April and July, depending on operational needs.
Join the Team Behind One of the World’s Most Iconic Destinations
At Niagara Parks, every day brings an opportunity to work somewhere extraordinary. As a self‑financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, we are the caretakers of 56 kilometers of breathtaking landscapes from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario and the hosts of millions of visitors from around the world.
Our vision is ambitious: to become one of the most spectacular parks in the world. And we’re well on our way thanks to the passionate, enthusiastic, and caring people who power our organization. From attractions and retail to heritage, culinary, and golf operations, our career paths are as diverse as the lands we protect.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
As a student team member, you’ll enjoy a variety of perks designed to support you at work and beyond, including:
- Vacation Pay
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Employer Matched)
- Discounts at Niagara Parks retail, culinary, and golf locations
- Complimentary passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends
- Free entry at Niagara Parks attractions
- Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program
- Exclusive Perkopolis discounts
- Free Uniforms
- Free transportation on the WEGO Green Line and Falls Incline Railway
What You’ll Do
- Enrolled in an Arborist Apprenticeship Program or Co-op, with a chainsaw certification.
- Ability to perform the manual tasks associated with the position and ability to climb heights, ability to work at heights.
- Knowledge of rigging is an asset.
- Basic plant identification skills or willingness to learn about native trees and shrubs.
- Willingness to learn how to use mechanical equipment related to tree and shrub maintenance (training provided).
- Willingness to follow safety guidelines and participate in training related to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant Ministry of Transportation/Highway Act requirements, including Book 7.
What You’ll Bring
- Assists with tree climbing services required by the NPC in the maintenance or removal of trees.
- Supports with pruning, fertilizing, transplanting, and transporting saplings or trees, including assisting with tree spade work as required.
- Assists with monitoring tree health and assists with disease/insect treatment activities.
- Assists with pruning and tree removals using hand tools; may support chainsaw operations once trained and supervised.
- Assists with splitting, hauling, and piling wood, and help load/unload vehicles with materials.
- Assists with planting trees and shrubs.
- Performs basic cleaning and upkeep of tools and equipment.
- Report equipment, tools, or vehicle issues to the Supervisor or Lead hand.
- Provide friendly and professional customer service to staff and visitors by assisting with questions or directions.
- Assists with driving tasks, if licensed and trained, including supporting vehicle movements with trailers or chippers under supervision.
- Supports material or equipment transport using small forestry trucks, once trained.
- Complies with all applicable legislation as well as any related policies and procedures.
Our Commitment to Accessibility & Inclusion
Since 1885, Niagara Parks has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural and cultural beauty of the Niagara River corridor for future generations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
We provide a transparent, inclusive and barrier free hiring process consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation to address specific needs related to Code protected grounds, please contact us.
For questions about the collection or use of your personal information, or to request an alternate application format, contact us at 905‑295‑4377 ext. 0 or employment@niagaraparks.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Niagara Parks Commission uses AI-assisted tools to help organize and screen resumes based on limited factors such as keywords and role related terms. AI results are only a preliminary aid. Final decisions are made by human reviewers to ensure fair and accurate hiring decisions.
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