Arborist Foreperson: Lead Crew for Safe, Expert Tree Care

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Pickering; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Stock purchase after 6 months

Employee referral program

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Pickering, Ontario, is seeking a Foreperson to lead a skilled arborist crew across multiple job sites. You will guide field teams, ensure safety, and provide exceptional service to clients while maintaining high-quality tree care and operations.

Responsibilities include supervising equipment and crews, performing pruning and removal tasks, and delivering on-site expertise. This role emphasizes mentorship, safe practices, and strong customer communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or enrollment in an arboriculture program.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle license and air brake endorsement is an asset.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team leadership

Arboriculture knowledge

ISA certification

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

ISA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Pickering, Ontario, is seeking a Foreperson to lead a skilled arborist crew across multiple job sites. You will guide field teams, ensure safety, and provide exceptional service to clients while maintaining high-quality tree care and operations.

Responsibilities include supervising equipment and crews, performing pruning and removal tasks, and delivering on-site expertise. This role emphasizes mentorship, safe practices, and strong customer communication.