Climber [Arborist]

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

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company seeks an Arborist to join their Nanaimo team. The role involves tree pruning, climbing, and maintaining safety protocols while providing services outdoors. Ideal candidates will have climbing experience and a desire to contribute to a leading company in horticultural services offering full-time employment, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Employee-owned stock purchase after 6 months

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience.
• Strong ability to ascend tree canopies safely.
• Valid provincial driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood in tree canopies.
• Maintaining and operating tools like chainsaws and chippers.
• Assisting in job site setup and cleanup.

Skills

Tree identification

Climbing

Safety protocols

Education

Certified Arborist or willingness to work towards certification

Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Chippers

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Nanaimo, British Columbia

Additional Locations: Travel may be required throughout the year.

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 212121

Position Overview

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 $25-$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.
• Certified Arborist or willingness to work towards.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Valid provincial driver’s license.
• Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and Airbrake endorsement considered an asset.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
  
  

Additional Information

• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Full-time, year-round employment.
• Pay rate of $25-$30 per hour depending on experience and education.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Matching Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months 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.

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

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