Foreperson [Arborist]

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TF

Employee-owned company with stock plan

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across multiple job sites, ensuring quality work, timeliness, and safety. You will mentor teammates and serve as the main client liaison for an exceptional customer experience.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years arborist experience, ISA certification or enrollment, and a valid driver’s license. The role emphasizes safe ascent, pruning, removal, and canopy work with industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or enrollment in an arboriculture program or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lead a team safely and direct work on trees.

Responsibilities

• Safely lead a crew in arboricultural care for clients.
• Directs crew and equipment; plan and execute tasks.
• Supervise maintenance and operation of tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Perform tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood from canopies; install cables and bracing.
• Remove hazardous trees and provide expert trimming and inspections.
• Manage customer service expectations; uphold safety policies.

Skills

Arborist experience

Team leadership

Tree identification

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Education

ISA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Kitchener, Ontario

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 227531

Position Overview

As a Foreperson 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.
• 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.
• Maintain 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 considered an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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.
• $25-$35/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications. Certified arborists may be paid outside the pay range indicated.
• 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.

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