Canopy Arborist: Climb, Prune & Protect Trees

Davey Tree Expert Co; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Stock purchase plan

Employee referral program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co of Canada, Limited in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Climbing Arborist for a hands-on field role in tree and vegetation management. You will be in the canopy most of the day, working with the public and applying your expertise to complete assignments safely and on time.

The position offers full-time, year-round employment with competitive hourly wages ($21-$27 CAD/hour), benefits and opportunities for training and career advancement; prior arborist certification is

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience.
• Certified Arborist or willingness to work towards.
• Valid provincial driver's license; 5-ton vehicle license and Airbrake endorsements are assets.
• Strong knowledge of tree, knot and shrub identification.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood in the canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Assist the trimmers and foreperson in job site setup, debris removal and cleanup.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Canopy climbing

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Public interaction

Education

Certified Arborist

Forestry/Horticulture background

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Chippers

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co of Canada, Limited in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Climbing Arborist for a hands-on field role in tree and vegetation management. You will be in the canopy most of the day, working with the public and applying your expertise to complete assignments safely and on time.

The position offers full-time, year-round employment with competitive hourly wages ($21-$27 CAD/hour), benefits and opportunities for training and career advancement; prior arborist certification is