Arborist Foreperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Ashfield–Colborne–Wawanosh; Sur place; CAD 34 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TF

Stock purchase plan after 6 months

Employee Referral Program and otherPer

Ongoing training and career growth

Résumé du poste

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across multiple job sites, ensuring work is done safely, on time, and to high standards. You will mentor junior staff and act as the main client contact to deliver exceptional service.

Requires arborist qualifications, ISA certification, and a valid license. Year-round, full-time position with comprehensive benefits and potential for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or enrolled in arboriculture program.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle license an asset.

Responsabilités

• Lead a crew safely and efficiently at job sites.
• Supervise equipment and plan/execute tasks.
• Maintain tools and operate saws/chippers/lifts safely.
• Perform pruning and removal of trees and limbs.
• Install cables, bracing, and lightning protection.
• Manage client expectations and ensure safety policies.

Connaissances

Arborist experience

ISA certification

Driver's license

Team leadership

Tree identification

Lifting 50 lbs

Formation

High school diploma

Description du poste

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Colborne, Ontario

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229732

Position Overview

As a Foreperson you will lead a team to various job sites throughout the week, ensuring the job is done right, on time and safely. You will be a subject matter expert providing guidance to the team and acting as a mentor for newer team members, assisting them in developing a better understanding of the Arboriculture profession. You will also work to provide an exceptional customer experience as the main point of contact for our clients.

Job Duties

• Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Provide expert tree trimming services and inspections to client properties.
• Manage customer service expectations.
• Maintain Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or certificate of enrollment in an arboriculture program or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• The ability to understand and safely direct a team on the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• $25-$35/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications. Certified arborists may be paid outside the pay range indicated.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

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