Climbing Arborist: Field Tree Care & Canopy Work

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Nisku; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA

Stock purchase after 6 months

Employee-owned company

Employee referral program

Training opportunities

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Canada is seeking a Climbing Arborist based in Nisku, Alberta. You will be in the field, up in the canopy most of the day, performing pruning, cabling, and other vegetation management tasks with a hands-on approach and safety-focused mindset.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of climbing experience, a willingness to pursue certified arborist credentials, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Understanding and implementation of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Minimum 1 year 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; Airbrake endorsement considered an asset.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Tree identification

Knot identification

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping background

Certified Arborist or willingness to pursue

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Canada is seeking a Climbing Arborist based in Nisku, Alberta. You will be in the field, up in the canopy most of the day, performing pruning, cabling, and other vegetation management tasks with a hands-on approach and safety-focused mindset.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of climbing experience, a willingness to pursue certified arborist credentials, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.