Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Delta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Company-paid equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced Arborist Climbers in Delta, BC. The role requires climbing, rigging, and operating ground and aerial lift equipment to support tree care projects, while maintaining safety and high workmanship standards.

We offer a safety-first culture, opportunities for advancement, and comprehensive benefits; province-wide travel may be required to service clients."

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience with arborist climbing system and bucket operation.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• English proficiency required.
• Secondary school required; degree preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by Crew Leader.
• Demonstrate safe climbing techniques, knot tying, pruning, and small removal skills.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties as required.
• Maintains equipment and gear; adhere to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Arborist climbing

Safety standards

Communication

Driver’s license

Rigging

Education

Secondary school

Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture

Tools

Chainsaw

Aerial lift operation

Bucket operation

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts has been in business for over 100 years. We are the largest family-owned tree care company in North America with over 100 offices in the USA, Canada, and Europe. We pride ourselves in offering scientific tree care and have unmatched resources with the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory.

We are seeking experienced Arborist Climbers who have a passion for preserving and caring for trees.

Position Title

Arborist Climber

Number of Positions

2

Pay Rate

$36.60/hr - $38.00/hr based on experience

Job type

Full time, permanent, 40 hours per week

Job Location

6415 64th Street, Delta BC

Travel requirements

May be required to travel outside of Delta as part of the role.

Language of Work

English

We promote equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups Apprentices, Indigenous people, Persons with disabilities, Newcomers to Canada, Youth. Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
• RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases
• Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $200
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
• Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader
• Demonstrate high safety standards, sound tree risk assessment skills, equipment inspection skills, proper application of approved knots, proper climbing techniques and procedures, proper pruning and small removal skills, and proper rigging skills
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties as required
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies and participate in safety training sessions
• Maintain assigned company gear and equipment
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with crew members and crew leader
• Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, Arborist Representative, or Local Manager
• Minimum 1 year of experience climbing with arborist approved climbing system and bucket operation in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Secondary school required
• Formal training or qualifications in chainsaw maintenance and cutting, aerial cutting using chainsaw and felling and processing trees required
• Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in English language