Arborist Climber

HML Landscape Design & Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking landscape design and construction firm as an Arborist Climber, where your passion for the outdoors meets your expertise in operating stump grinders and chipper trucks. This role offers year-round work with competitive wages and a strong focus on safety and quality. Enjoy perks like health benefits, a company truck, and even free golf! With a commitment to career advancement and a supportive team environment, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the landscaping industry while making a tangible impact in their community.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Year-End Bonus

Company Truck

Fuel Card

Career Advancement

Paid Training

Free Golf

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience operating stump grinders and chipper trucks.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Operate stump grinder and chipper truck safely and efficiently.
• Train staff and monitor equipment maintenance.

Skills

Stump Grinder Operation

Chipper Truck Operation

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Multi-tasking

Education

ISA Certification

CSTS 2020 Certification

Standard First Aid

Tools

Chainsaws

Brush Saws

Mini Hoe

Skid Steer

Job description

Arborist Climber

Do you love working outdoors? Are you experienced in the operation of a stump grinder and a chipper truck? Are you looking for a company that values safety, quality and work/life balance?

We offer top wages, year-round work, health and dental benefits, year end bonus, company truck, fuel card, career advancement, paid training and other perks... like free golf!

HML Group is a highly reputable landscape design and construction contractor that works in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Spruce Grove and other areas of Alberta. We provide high-end landscape design, arborist and construction services to residential, municipal and commercial clients as well as grounds maintenance services.

We’re looking for someone who is creative, self-motivated, organized and excellent attention to detail to join our local business that is growing quickly.

We are looking to add someone to our team that has a minimum of 3 years experience in the operation of stump grinders and chipper trucks.

Responsibilities:

• Operate self - propelled equipment including a stump grinder and chipper truck.
• Use small equipment such as chainsaws, brush saws, drills in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor and maintain equipment to ensure it is in proper working order and meets operational and safety standards.
• Use and share knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and code, follow safety guidelines, identify potential hazardous situations and adapt appropriately.
• Assist supervisor by training other staff members
• Work well with ground crew

Qualifications:

• Mature, reliable, physically fit, hands on and able to perform field work at a high standard
  
• Minimum 3 years experience in operation of stump grinder and chipper truck
• 2 years experience as a tree climber (ISA certified arborist an asset)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to maintain written time records, and work order documents
• Ability to organize and manage a high volume workload
• Ability to multi-task and focus on priorities
  
• Strong mechanical aptitude would be an asset
  
• Must follow the company's HSE program and complete all documentation required
• Valid driver’s license (with clean driver’s abstract)
• Over the age of 25 years old (for fleet insurance purposes)
• Experience operating trucks and trailers
• Ability to operate equipment such as a mini hoe/ skid steer is an asset
  
• Be comfortable working in residential and city environments
• Have a good understanding of rigging techniques and climbing safety

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS

• CSTS 2020 (required)
  
• ISA certification is an asset
• Standard First Aid is an asset'
• Fall Protection (required)