Crew Leader [Arborist]

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in horticulture is seeking a Crew Leader Arborist to manage a team and provide exceptional arboricultural services in Calgary. The ideal candidate will have experience, ISA certification, and strong leadership skills to ensure tasks are executed safely and effectively. This full-time position offers opportunities for ongoing training and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Ongoing training opportunities

Employee-owned stock purchase

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• Valid provincial driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew in arboricultural care.
• Safely perform tree pruning and removal services.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment.

Skills

Tree identification

Customer service

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

ISA certification

Enrollment in an arboriculture program

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

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Company : Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations : Calgary, Alberta

Additional Locations : Travel may be required throughout the year.

Work Site : On Site

Position Overview

As a Crew Leader you will lead a team to various job sites throughout the week, ensuring the job is done right, on time and safely. You will be a subject matter expert providing guidance to the team and acting as a mentor for newer team members, assisting them in developing a better understanding of the Arboriculture profession. You will also work to provide an exceptional customer experience as the main point of contact for our clients.

Job Duties

• Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Including but not limited to :
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Provide expert tree trimming services and inspections to client properties.
• Manage customer service expectations.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or certificate of enrollment in an arboriculture program or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement is considered an asset.
• The ability to understand and safely direct a team on the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP / TFSA Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

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