Crew Lead - Climbing Arborist

Applytojobs; Courtenay; Hybrid; CAD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health spending account

Gear allowance

Training

Job summary

Grow Tree Care in Comox Valley, BC, seeks an experienced Climbing Arborist - Crew Lead to join our arboriculture team. You will lead on-site operations, mentor crew members, and ensure high‑quality tree work including pruning and retention.ISA certification and 4+ years climbing experience are essential, along with a valid BC driver’s licence and a strong safety mindset.

We offer a generous hourly wage ($32-$40 CAD) with benefits including a health spending account, gear allowance, and training,

Qualifications

• ISA Certification required for arborist work.
• 4 years climbing experience with an arboriculture company.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence with clean driving record.
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Tree care services, including removals and pruning over 14’.
• Performing and overseeing operations at job sites.
• Safety at the job site.
• Communicating effectively with clients at job sites.
• Mentoring other crew members.

Skills

Crew leadership

Tree care

Education

ISA Certification

BC Driver's Licence

Job description

Tree Care for People Who Care About Trees

We are seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist - Crew Lead to join our arboriculture team. This is a rare opportunity to experience Island life at its finest in the beautiful Comox Valley, and to join a well-respected company with strong values and a genuine love of nature.

• Do work you care about!
• Ethically run, values-based company with a fun and respectful team. We care about our people just as much as we care about the work we do.
• $32-$40 per hour (depending on experience), health spending account, gear allowance, and training.
• 100% locally owned and operated.
• Located in the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island.

Love trees? So do we…

Grow Tree Care is a family-run arboriculture company that prides itself on quality tree work. We emphasize the integration of trees within the urban landscape and in finding the balance between the client’s objective and the health of the tree. We take special care and pride in our client relationships, and we work to ISA standards, including tree retention and proper pruning techniques.

The Position

The Climbing Arborist - Crew Lead reports to the Owner, and has responsibility for:

• Tree care services, including removals and pruning over 14’
• Performing and overseeing operations at job sites
• Safety at the job site
• Communicating effectively with clients at job sites
• Mentoring other crew members

You might be the ideal person if:

• You enjoy working with people as much as you enjoy working with trees
• You have experience crew leading with a company that focuses on pruning and tree retention rather than removals
• You’re friendly and professional
• You view pruning and high-quality tree work as your craft
• You have an ISA Certification and 4 years climbing experience with an arboriculture company
• You have a valid BC Driver’s Licence & clean driving record
• You are physically fit, aware of body positioning during tasks, able to lift heavy objects & work in inclement weather

Why should you apply?

This is a great opportunity to work with a dedicated, skilled team with shared values and to engage in varied, interesting work. Grow Tree Care nurtures a respectful working environment and believes in supporting a healthy work-life balance for its team so they are able to enjoy the amazing community we live in. Learn more about Careers at Grow Tree Care.

Grow Tree Care is located in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. There is a vibrant arts and food community, and a multitude of year-round sports and outdoor activities for all ages. Local business is thriving, and throughout the year the valley hosts a variety of activities and events.