Certified Utility Arborist/ Utility Tree Trimmer

Wright Tree Service, Inc.; Charlottetown; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits

Travel time compensation

Live-out allowance

Employee ownership potential

All equipment provided

Job summary

Wright Tree Service of Canada is seeking a Certified Utility Arborist/Utility Tree Trimmer in Charlottetown, PEI. This full-time role supports vegetation management on utility rights of way, with 10 days on and 4 days off, and requires climbing or ground work with saws and pruners.

Candidates should hold CUA/UA or UTT certification, have a valid driver’s license, and be able to lift up to 50 lb occasionally.

Qualifications

• Certified Utility Arborist (CUA/UA) or Utility Tree Trimmer (UTT) certification.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds infrequently and 30 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assign, instruct, and direct tree trimmers and equipment operators.
• Trim and/or remove trees by climbing or ground work with saws/pruners.
• Maintain clearance on utility rights of way and supervise equipment.
• Ensure safety practices and inspect tools and vehicles daily.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

CUA/UA

UTT

Driver's license

Job description

## Certified Utility Arborist/ Utility Tree TrimmerApply: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR124837# **Wright Tree Service of Canada****The Position:** Certified Utility Arborist/ Utility Tree Trimmer**Type:** Full-time **Reports To:** Project Manager**About Us:**Wright Tree Service, a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, provides vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America.**Why Wright Canada Holdings:*** A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship* Pay rate of $35 to $40 per hour* We provide ALL equipment needed except your CSA Certified Work Boots* Working shifts of 10 days on and 4 days off* Compensated travel time, depending on working location, and live out allowance* Medical and Dental benefits* Employee Ownership potential**Key Responsibilities:*** Assign, instruct, and direct tree trimmers, equipment operators and groundworkers.* Trim and/or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or work from the ground using saws/pruners.* Removal or trimming of trees and brush encroaching onto utility or transportation rights of ways.* Assume responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.* Ensure on-the-job safety practices are followed by all crew members.* Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.**Experience and Knowledge Expectations:*** Certified Utility Arborist (CUA or UA) or Utility Tree Trimmer (UTT), or ability to challenge exam.* Basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing.* Valid drivers’ license with a clean driving record.* Ability to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.* Ability to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather and environmental conditions.* Must adhere to the Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy.**Join Our Team:**Wright Tree Service of Canada is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service, Wright Outdoor Solutions, Eocene Environmental GroupSM, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements.Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities.*We appreciate all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only candidates whose education and experience meet the requirements will be contacted. The posting will remain open until the role is filled.*At Wright Tree Service, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of a successful business. We are committed to providing our employees with the training and resources needed to elevate their position into a successful career. We provide opportunities to earn certifications, leadership programs and customized trainings.ArborCare provides commercial and residential tree and lawn care services in Calgary.Safety is our #1 value – this culture is guided by our “Brother’s and Sister’s Keeper” pledge to keep both ourselves and others safe.