Climber [Arborist]

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

Job summary

A leading tree care service provider in Canada is seeking a Climbing Arborist for fieldwork in Vancouver. This role requires climbing experience and safety skills to manage tree and vegetation effectively. The position offers a pay rate of $23-$30 per hour, full-time employment, and excellent benefits, including ongoing training and career opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Employee stock purchase option

Qualifications

• Understanding and implementation of safely ascending tree canopies.
• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience required.
• Strong identification skills for trees, knots, and shrubs.

Responsibilities

• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood from tree canopies.
• Install cables and lightning protection systems.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Climbing experience

Tree identification skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs

Safe use of tools

Education

Certified Arborist or willingness to work towards

Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Chippers

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 212961

Position Overview

As a Climbing Arborist with Davey Tree; you will be in the field and up in the canopy most of your day with a hands-on approach to tree and vegetation management. You will deal directly with the public and will draw on your expert knowledge and experience to ensure the job is done right and on time. The pay rate for this position is $23-$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

• Full time. Year-round employment.

• Pay rate of $23-$30 per hour depending on experience and education.

• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.

• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.

• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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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