Lead Arborist Foreperson - Tree Care Crew Leader

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Thorold; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA Program

Stock purchase after 6 months

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across Ontario job sites, ensuring safe, timely work and high-quality arboriculture services. You will mentor team members and serve as the primary client contact.

This full-time, on-site role offers CAD 25–35 per hour, with comprehensive benefits, RRSP/TFSA, ongoing training, and employee stock purchase options after six months. Some travel to sites is required.

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.
• Ability to 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

ISA certification or enrollment in arboriculture program or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Hand tools

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across Ontario job sites, ensuring safe, timely work and high-quality arboriculture services. You will mentor team members and serve as the primary client contact.

This full-time, on-site role offers CAD 25–35 per hour, with comprehensive benefits, RRSP/TFSA, ongoing training, and employee stock purchase options after six months. Some travel to sites is required.