Climber - Arborist

The Davey Tree Expert Company; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where your office is the great outdoors! This role offers you the chance to prune trees, install safety systems, and operate essential equipment while enjoying the beauty of nature. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you'll receive ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. The position promises full-time, year-round employment with a competitive pay rate and excellent benefits, including an RRSP matching program and employee ownership options. Embrace the adventure and make a difference in your community while growing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Career advancement opportunities

Excellent benefits package

RRSP matching program

Employee stock purchase options

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience required.
• Must be licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Pruning and removing deadwood in tree canopies.
• Maintaining and operating tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Climbing experience

Tree identification skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Background in Forestry

Background in Horticulture

Background in Landscaping

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

At Davey, your office is the outdoors. Every day brings a new adventure, and our national footprint provides you the opportunity to see and experience different parts of the country. Clients hire Davey because we are expert professionals, and we only hire candidates who can deliver on that promise every day. You’ll have a chance to do what you love each workday, and your team will have your back. Whether you’re working independently or as part of a crew, you’ll be given the training, resources and flexibility to do your job – and to do it safely, every day. A career with Davey means you’ll be able to take care of your family and responsibilities at home while still getting your daily dose of adventure.

The pay rate for this position is $23 to $30 per hour depending on experience and education.

Job Duties

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

Qualifications

• Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience.
• Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and Airbrake endorsement considered an asset.
• Certified Arborist or willingness to work towards.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.

What We Offer

• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• 23 to $30 per hour depending on experience and education.
• Full-time, year-round employment.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP Matching Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other employee perks.

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.

Davey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.