Climbing Arborist

Trusty Tree Services Ltd; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Extended Health Benefits

Professional Development Assistance

Dental care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Vision care

Job summary

Trusty Tree Services Ltd, based in Sherwood Park and serving the Edmonton Area, is seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist/Crew Leader. The role involves leading a crew in tree pruning, removals, and assessing hazards, requiring a valid Alberta's Drivers License and strong knowledge of tree service practices.

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years experience and demonstrate competency in using forestry equipment. Benefits include competitive wages and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in the Tree Service industry.
• Knowledge of climbing and tree rigging techniques.
• Physically able to perform demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in tree pruning, removals, and hazard assessments.
• Ensure safety standards are met during operations.
• Participate in daily tailgate meetings and fulfill work orders.

Skills

Climbing techniques

Tree rigging

Strong work ethic

Client communication

Safety standards knowledge

Education

I.S.A Certification preferred

Valid Alberta's Drivers License with Air Brake Endorsement

Valid First Aid Certification

Tools

Chainsaws

Bucket truck

Stump grinders

Chippers

Job description

Trusty Tree Services is a locally employee owned, and operated company based in Sherwood Park, serving the Edmonton Area since 2017. We provide services such as tree pruning, tree removals, tree & shrub planting, hazard assessments, stump grinding, brush chipping, landscaping, and more. We are seeking an experienced climbing arborist/Crew Leader that enjoys working as a team to support individual and company goals. We have our own shop, great yard space, good running equipment and gear. We are looking for someone for immediate hire, that’s able to jump on a crew and go. We offer competitive wages, overtime, and benefits! We also believe in growth opportunities by investing in training and continuous education – you just need to ask!

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• (I.S.A Certified preferred but not required) Arborist with minimum 3 years experience within the Tree Service industry
• Applicants should have knowledge of basic climbing and tree rigging techniques
• Valid Alberta's Drivers License with Air Brake Endorsement
• Valid First Aid Certification
• Experience with tree removals, proper pruning, climbing, rigging and forestry equipment required
• Positive attitude, team player, strong work ethic, and ability to communicate with clients
• Attend Daily Tailgate Meetings
• Fulfill Work Orders Within the Edmonton Area
• Tree Care: Tree/Shrub Pruning, Tree Removals, Brush Chipping, Assessing hazards, Hazard removals
• Prepare Tree Equipment & forestry equipment
• Safe operation of equipment and vehicles
• Maintenance of all gear and equipment
• Cabling
• Daily/Weekly/Monthly: Ensure equipment meets company safety standards (conduct pre-trips, safety job site meetings, safe work practices)
• Able to comprehend written and verbal instruction
• Experience running a bucket truck as a crew lead
• Competent in assessing hazards, tree rescue and emergency procedures
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders
• Physically able to complete demanding work and repetitive tasks
• Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics.
• Ability to climb without spurs.
• Experience with tree care safety standards.
• Experience with aerial lifts.
• Demonstrate additional competencies in all areas of knowledge related to Arboriculture.
• Communicate advanced understanding of all safety policies and procedures, including hazard tree identification.
• Apply knowledge of branch collars and proper pruning cuts with total competence on chainsaw operations in small to large difficulty (40-50’) trees.
• Employ ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and Terminology and ANSI Z safety.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Extended Health Benefits
• Professional Development Assistance.
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care