Arborist Foreperson

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Brantford; Sur place; CAD 34 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent benefits

RRSP/TFSA program

Employee stock purchase

Referral program

Training opportunities

Résumé du poste

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across Brantford, Ontario. You will guide arboricultural work, mentor junior staff, and act as the main client contact to ensure top-notch service and safety on every site.

Responsibilities include directing crews, maintaining equipment, and delivering expert pruning and removal services while upholding Davey safety policies. This role is full-time and on-site with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or enrollment in arboriculture program.
• Valid provincial driver's license; 5-ton license and air brake endorsement assets.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to direct a team safely at various heights.

Responsabilités

• Safely lead a crew at job sites and ensure quality work.
• Plan, direct, and complete assigned arboriculture tasks.
• Maintain tools and equipment including chainsaws and lifts.
• Perform pruning, removal, and canopy work as trained.
• Supervise safety policies and customer service expectations.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Customer service

Safety compliance

Mentoring

Formation

ISA certification or arboriculture program enrollment

Outils

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Description du poste

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Brantford, Ontario

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229682

Position OverviewAs 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

Including but not limited to:

• 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.