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Natural Resource Solutions Inc.
Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats. Why Us?
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, annual profit sharing, a health and dental benefit program, RRSP contribution matching, Professional Development, field equipment allowance, and the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff. Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.
Your Contribution to NRSI NRSI is looking for a qualified individual to join our team of experts in tree and forest inventories, health assessments, and related reporting. The successful applicant will be based out of our Waterloo, Ontario office and will be expected to regularly contribute to both field- and office-based tasks. Field surveys will be completed primarily in Ontario.
The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include: Coordinating and completing tree inventories in urban and rural settings.
Authoring arboricultural reports, such as Tree Preservation Plans.
Reviewing and interpreting tree by-laws and policies.
Reviewing development plans against collected tree data and determining suitable tree protection measures.
Working on multidisciplinary teams with outside developers, engineers, planners, and agency staff, as well as internal ecological experts to develop ecologically responsible development applications.
Completing a variety of ecological surveys in addition to tree-related work, and related reporting.
Preparing proposals and managing project budgets.
Your Education: A diploma or degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Arboriculture, Horticulture or Ecological Restoration. Similar educational experience will also be considered.
Certified Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture OR a Registered Professional Forester with the Ontario Professional Foresters Association (Full Member) Key Job Requirements: A minimum of 1 – 5 years of experience completing tree and/or forest inventories & health assessments in rural and/or urban settings.
Proficient in the identification of trees found in rural and urban Ontario.
Experience (ideally 1+ years) participating in local field surveys and surveys throughout southern Ontario.
Ability to reliably commute to the Waterloo office (2 days/week, as per our current hybrid workplace policy) and travel for tree inventory field surveys throughout southern Ontario.
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively independently.
Assets: Certifications in Ecological Land Classification (ELC) and/or the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System (OWES).
Secondary technical ecological skillsets regarding Ontario wildlife or vegetation.
Demonstrated experience in preparing Arborist Reports and Tree Preservation Plans.
Committed to continual improvement of technical abilities.
Application Closing Date: Nov 20, 2026 .
Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.
Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Tara Brenton is required with all applications.
Position Start Date: An agreed upon start date based on suitable applicant.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario Base Wage: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 40 hours.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role.
Rental Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement (21+) as specified by our third-party vehicle rental providers in order to perform site-based duties.
NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at 519-807-0592.
