Arborist Climbers - Canada

Bartlett Tree Experts; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 50,420 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental

Company-paid uniforms

Boot reimbursement up to $200

Access to training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber in Nanaimo, Canada. This full-time position involves performing climbing and aerial lift duties while adhering to high safety standards. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in the tree care industry and possess a valid driver's license. Benefits include life insurance, medical, dental, and advancement opportunities within the company. A strong emphasis on safety and professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Formal training in chainsaw maintenance and cutting is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed.
• Demonstrate high safety standards and tree risk assessment skills.
• Maintain assigned company gear and equipment.

Skills

Climbing with arborist approved climbing system

Tree care industry experience

Strong communication skills

Chainsaw maintenance and cutting

Education

Secondary school required

Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture or related field

Job description

Position Details

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: 6973 Doumont Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 5P9. May be required to travel outside of Nanaimo as part of the role.

Language of Work: English

Benefits

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.