Arborist I: Tree Care & Climbing Specialist

St. Catharines Hydro Inc.; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Catharines Hydro Inc. is seeking an Arborist/Forestry professional to prune or remove diseased or overgrown trees near hydro infrastructure. You will climb, operate bucket trucks, and perform tree surgery while following safety rules and Ministry guidelines.

Required are a two-year Arboriculture/Forestry program and valid Ontario arborist certification, plus training in chainsaw use and fall arrest. You will work outdoors, require a DZ license, and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a two-year college program in Arboriculture or Forestry.
• Possession of a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification for Arborist (444A) is required.
• Documented Chainsaw Operator's training.
• Valid half-day Utility Work Protection Code Overview certificate.
• Standard First Aid / CPR C Certification (WSIB).
• Valid Class DZ driver's licence in good standing.
• Knowledge of OHSA, PPE and fall arrest procedures.
• Experience with traffic control per Book 7 is preferred.
• Minimum three years of tree climbing experience and crane operations.
• Experience in tree surgery is required.

Responsibilities

• Prune or remove damaged or overgrown trees following policy and best arboricultural practice.
• Operate brush chippers and arborist tools near hydro assets safely.
• Use ropes and climbing gear to prune or remove trees.
• Inspect site, set up traffic controls and maintain safety near work zones.
• Operate aerial bucket trucks and perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete paperwork such as time sheets and accident reports.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Independent work

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Two-year college program in Arboriculture or Forestry

Equivalent education/experience mix

Tools

DZ driver's licence

Chainsaw operation training

Fall Arrest training

Job description

St. Catharines Hydro Inc. is seeking an Arborist/Forestry professional to prune or remove diseased or overgrown trees near hydro infrastructure. You will climb, operate bucket trucks, and perform tree surgery while following safety rules and Ministry guidelines.

Required are a two-year Arboriculture/Forestry program and valid Ontario arborist certification, plus training in chainsaw use and fall arrest. You will work outdoors, require a DZ license, and provide excellent customer service.