Climbing Arborist: Tree Care & Canopy Work

Davey Tree Expert Co; Allanburg; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA

Stock purchase plan

Employee referral program

Training opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Climbing Arborist to perform hands-on canopy management in the field and interact with the public, applying expert knowledge to get the job done right and on time.

This full-time, year-round position offers training, benefits, and opportunities for advancement based on experience and certifications, with compensation $21–$27/hour depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Safely ascend tree canopies at varying heights.
• Minimum 1 year of climbing experience.
• Certified Arborist or willingness to pursue certification.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle and Airbrake endorsement assets.
• Forestry, horticulture or landscaping background 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 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 climbing

Tree identification

Knot identification

Education

Certified Arborist

Arborist certification pursuit

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Climbing Arborist to perform hands-on canopy management in the field and interact with the public, applying expert knowledge to get the job done right and on time.

This full-time, year-round position offers training, benefits, and opportunities for advancement based on experience and certifications, with compensation $21–$27/hour depending on qualifications.