Apprentice Utility Arborist

wsc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Tree Service of Canada is hiring an Apprentice Utility Arborist to join our field team in the Vancouver region. You will support vegetation management, assist with site setup, and contribute to safe, efficient work in challenging outdoor conditions.

The role requires basic tree knowledge, a valid Class 5 license, and a strong willingness to learn in a hands-on environment with overtime and on-call rotations as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with clean driving record; air brakes a plus.
• Basic knowledge of trees, their identification and growth habits.
• Team player in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work long hours, overtime, and on-call rotations.
• Valid First-Aid and CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris or feed brush into a woodchipper.
• Assist in site set-up and take-down, including equipment handling and maintaining site cleanliness.
• Commit to working safely and supporting a positive team environment.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor in various weather conditions.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Wright Tree Service of Canada

The Position: Apprentice Utility Arborist

Type: Full-time

Reports To: Project Manager

About Us:

Wright Tree Service, a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, provides vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America.

Why Wright Canada Holdings:

A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship

Pay rate of $30 to $36 per hour

We provide ALL equipment needed except your CSA Certified Work Boots

Working shifts of 9 days on and 5 days off

Compensated travel time, depending on working location, and live out allowance

Medical and Dental benefits

Employee Ownership potential

Key Responsibilities:

• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, or feed brush into a woodchipper.
• Assist in site set-up and take-down, including equipment handling and maintaining site cleanliness.
• Commitment to working safely and supporting a positive team environment.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor in various weather conditions.
• Other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Expectations:

• Basic knowledge of trees, including identification and growth habits.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record; air brakes endorsement is a plus.
• Ability to work as part of a team in physically demanding environments.
• Motivated to learn independently and from team members, with strong time management skills.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Comfortable working in noisy environments with proper PPE.
• Willingness to work long hours, overtime, and participate in on-call rotations during emergencies.
• Valid First-Aid and CPR certificates.

Join Our Team:

Wright Tree Service of Canada is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service, Wright Outdoor Solutions, Eocene Environmental Group, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only candidates whose education and experience meet the requirements will be contacted. The posting will remain open until the role is filled.