Climbing Arborist: Field Tree Care & Career Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Burlington; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TF

Stock purchase program

Employee Referral Program

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited in Burlington, Ontario is seeking a hands-on Climbing Arborist.

This year-round, full-time role is spent in the field up in the canopy, pruning, installing cables and performing tree maintenance with strong safety practices. You will operate chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts, work closely with trimmers and forepersons, and contribute to our industry-leading training and benefits program.

Qualifications

• 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; 5-ton vehicle license and Airbrake endorsement considered an asset.
• Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping background preferred.

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 safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Climbing experience

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Arborist

Willingness to pursue certification

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited in Burlington, Ontario is seeking a hands-on Climbing Arborist.

This year-round, full-time role is spent in the field up in the canopy, pruning, installing cables and performing tree maintenance with strong safety practices. You will operate chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts, work closely with trimmers and forepersons, and contribute to our industry-leading training and benefits program.