DZ Driver & Arborist Assistant – Full-Time Benefits

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Severn; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Career advancement

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA

Stock purchase

Referral program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Severn, Ontario is hiring a Driver/Arborist Assistant. You will join the crew to ensure safe, on-time arrival at job sites and support pruning and removal work with skilled arborists.

This full-time role offers ongoing training, benefits, RRSP/TFSA, and stock purchase after six months. Wage ranges CAD 20 to CAD 25 per hour, based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Valid provincial driver's license (AZ or DZ).
• Clean driving record.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
• Arborist certification or willingness to pursue.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Ability to safely ascend tree canopies at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Team player with willingness to learn and progress.

Responsibilities

• Drive a commercial truck with crew and equipment to job sites.
• Perform and log daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness of the truck interior and exterior.
• Operate as an active crew member with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Use tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.

Skills

Driver's license

Clean driving record

Teamwork

Arborist knowledge

Canopy ascent

Lifting 50 lbs

Willingness to learn

Tree identification

Education

Forestry/Horticulture/Landscaping background

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Severn, Ontario is hiring a Driver/Arborist Assistant. You will join the crew to ensure safe, on-time arrival at job sites and support pruning and removal work with skilled arborists.

This full-time role offers ongoing training, benefits, RRSP/TFSA, and stock purchase after six months. Wage ranges CAD 20 to CAD 25 per hour, based on education and experience.