Climbing Arborist — Canopy Tree Care Pro

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Stock purchase after 6 months

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited in Nanaimo, British Columbia is seeking a Climbing Arborist. This hands-on role puts you in the canopy most days, performing pruning, cable installations, and vegetation management while engaging with the public.

You should have at least 1 year climbing experience, be working toward Certified Arborist, and hold a valid driver's license. We offer year-round full-time work, a competitive $25-$35 per hour, benefits, RRSP/TFSA, stock purchase after 6 months,

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely ascend tree canopies at various heights.
• Minimum 1 year climbing experience required.
• Certified Arborist or willingness to pursue certification.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Valid provincial driver20s license; 5-ton license and Airbrake endorsement are assets.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood in the canopy of trees at various heights.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Assist trimmers and foreperson with job site setup and cleanup.
• Follow Davey and industry safety policies.

Skills

Climbing canopy safety

Tree/canopy ID

1 year climbing experience

Certified Arborist (or pursuing)

Drive 5-ton vehicle license

Lifting 50 lbs

Forestry/Horticulture/Landscaping

Education

Certified Arborist (or pursuing)

Forestry/Horticulture/Landscaping background

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited in Nanaimo, British Columbia is seeking a Climbing Arborist. This hands-on role puts you in the canopy most days, performing pruning, cable installations, and vegetation management while engaging with the public.

You should have at least 1 year climbing experience, be working toward Certified Arborist, and hold a valid driver's license. We offer year-round full-time work, a competitive $25-$35 per hour, benefits, RRSP/TFSA, stock purchase after 6 months,