Reporting to the Head of the Parks and Green Spaces Division, the incumbent plans, directs, and oversees
activities related to the horticultural and arboricultural maintenance of municipal lands. He or she manages field
crews (blue-collar workers) and oversees contracts within his or her area of responsibility. He or she ensures the
quality of work performed and compliance with occupational health and safety standards. He or she ensures
compliance with policies, municipal by-laws, and the collective bargaining agreement.
Main responsibilities
– Plan and coordinate maintenance work on green spaces (flower beds, lawns, landscaping, etc.)
– Supervise pruning, tree removal, planting, and maintenance of municipal trees
– Manage day-to-day operations of blue-collar teams, set objectives, and monitor the implementation of activities
(task assignment, supervision, evaluation)
– Participate in seasonal planning and the prioritization of work
– Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and programs, and intervene as needed
– Follow up on citizen requests and corrective actions by ensuring the implementation of solutions and preventive
measures
– Support other departments with technical expertise during special events
– Draft specifications and issue recommendations for contract awards
– Ensure the availability of inventory and materials
– College diploma or other experience in a related field
– 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
– Good knowledge of health and safety standards
– Experience in personnel management in a unionized environment
– Experience in contractual supervision
– Bilingual in French and English.
Desired skill profile
– Customer orientation
– Interpesonal skills to maintain effective working relationships, to communicate clearly, to collaborate
with others, and to handle difficult situations or disagreements in an agile and constructive manner
– Autonomy to complete work responsibly and efficiently without constant supervision
– Managerial courage to face difficult situations, make fair decisions, and intervene with respect and in
accordance with the values of the city of DDO and its people
– Versatility to accomplish multiple tasks efficiently
– Ability to work under pressure
– Sence or organization and priority management.
– City with bilingual status: Knowledge of English is required to communicate with certain residents and
partners.
Foreman – arboriculture and horticulture
Public work department – Parks and green spaces
Salary scale (pay grade 2) : 86 388 $ à 123 534 $
Regular position – 38 hours per week
Schedule based on organizational needs
Why join the city Dollard-des-Ormeaux ?
– Dynamic city focused on innovation and collaboration
– Known for its friendly atmosphere and positive work environment
– Interesting challenges
– Human work environment where employees can thrive
– Competitive salary and benefits
– Defined benefit pension plan
Please send us your resume and a cover letter on our web site in the section called: “Work”. Also, please join
the employment equity access form. The deadline is April 26, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered will be contacted.
The City of Dollard-des-Ormeaux is an equal opportunity employer and invites handicapped persons*, women,
Aboriginal people and members of visible minorities and ethnic minorities to apply.
*People with a disability must make their accommodation requests when invited to the selection process. This
information will be treated confidentially
