Crew Leader [Arborist]

Davey Tree Expert Co; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Crew Leader to guide a team in delivering exceptional arboricultural services. This role involves leading a crew to various job sites, ensuring safety and quality in tree care while mentoring newer team members. You'll be the main point of contact for clients, providing expert tree trimming services and managing customer expectations. With ongoing training and an excellent benefits package, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for nature and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Excellent benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Employee stock purchase options

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Arborist.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; ability to drive a 5-ton vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care safely and efficiently.
• Perform tree pruning and removal services skillfully.

Skills

Arboriculture expertise

Tree identification skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

ISA certification or enrollment in an arboriculture program

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

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Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Maidstone, Ontario
Additional Locations: Windsor
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 210931

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, helping them develop 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.
• Direct crew members and equipment, as well as plan and execute the assigned work and tasks.
• 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 of experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or enrollment in an arboriculture program, or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle; air brake endorsement is an asset.
• The ability to understand and safely direct a team in ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Strong tree, knot, and shrub identification skills.

Additional Information

• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent benefits package and RRSP/TFSA program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase options 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 classes, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, veteran status, Indigenous status, 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 a culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and the 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.