Machine Operator/ Skilled General Labor

Randstad Canada; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

RRSP with company matching

Company bonus program

Ongoing training and development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Horizon Contracting Group is seeking a Climbing Arborist (Foreman - Tree Care) to lead a crew in aerial tree removal and abatement work on the Lower Mainland. You will plan jobs, supervise activities, and ensure safety and quality on site.

This hands-on leadership role involves operating equipment, mentoring crew, and maintaining a safe, professional work environment. Certifications and BC driver credentials are valued; RRSP with company match and performance bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Certified Faller or Faller Endorsement required or asset.
• Driver's Licence with Air Brake endorsement is an asset.
• Traffic Control Person Certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train and support your crew on job sites.
• Plan jobs and communicate work plans to the crew.
• Safely operate aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes and rigging.

Skills

Leadership

Safety-focused

Problem-solving

Mechanically inclined

Giving/receiving direction

Tech proficient

Team-oriented

Education

Secondary school completion

Post-secondary education in horticulture/arboriculture

ISA Arborist TRAQ or Utility Certification asset

Tools

iPads

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Climbing Arborist (Foreman - Tree Care).Build Your Career From the Ground Up.At Horizon Contracting Group, we believe great work starts with great people.If you're an experienced tree care professi... Show more

CA$20.00 hourly

Full-time

At Horizon Contracting Group, we believe great work starts with great people. We're looking for a Climbing Arborist who brings strong leadership, technical skills, and a commitment to safe, high-quality tree care.

If you're an experienced tree care professional who enjoys leading a crew, working outdoors, and taking pride in doing the job right, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a company that invests in its people.

About the Role

As an Climbing Arborist, you'll lead and support your crew while completing tree removal and abatement work. You'll help plan each job, communicate work plans to your team, and take responsibility for safety and quality on site.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll spend your days working alongside your crew, operating equipment, managing site activities, and ensuring work is completed safely and professionally.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, train, and support your crew on job sites
• Safely complete tree removal and abatement work as assigned
• Plan jobs and communicate work plans to the crew before starting
• Safely operate aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging equipment
• Climb using both spurred and spur-less techniques
• Inspect tools and equipment before use
• Maintain equipment, including sharpening, greasing, and oiling as required
• Lead daily safety talks and complete required safety documentation
• Ensure appropriate PPE and safe work practices are followed
• Learn and perform emergency procedures and protocols, including boom operations
• Complete crew timecards and other required documentation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work site
• Represent Horizon professionally and provide exceptional customer service
• Be courteous and respectful to clients, coworkers, and the public

What You Bring

Certifications & Education

• Certified Faller or Faller Endorsement required
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence; Air Brake endorsement is an asset
• Traffic Control Person Certification is an asset
• Secondary school completion is an asset
• Post-secondary education in horticulture, arboriculture, or a related field is an asset
• ISA Arborist, TRAQ, or Utility Arborist Certification is an asset

Experience

• 1+ year of supervisory or crew leadership experience
• Experience with tree removal and abatement
• Experience climbing both spurred and spur-less
• Experience with ropes and rigging
• Comfortable operating aerial lift trucks and chippers
• Experience maintaining tools and equipment
• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Experience working in a physical, fast-paced, safety-focused environment

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Safety-focused mindset
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable giving and receiving direction
• Comfortable using iPads, Microsoft Outlook, and other technology
• Team-oriented and dependable

Physical & Work Environment

This is a 100% field-based role requiring physical work, including lifting 50+ lbs, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and standing or walking for extended periods.

You’ll work outdoors in changing weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, and snow.

• $45–$50/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Vacation pay paid out on every cheque
• RRSP with company matching after 1 year
• Eligible for the Company bonus program after 1 year
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your career within Horizon

Our Values

• Embrace the Challenge
• Lead with Care
• Own Our Actions
• Strongest Together

Your Career at Horizon

We’re committed to promoting from within and helping our people build lasting careers. As an Climbing Arborist, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your technical expertise, and make a real impact on your crew and the work we deliver.

The pay range for this role is:

45 - 50 CAD per hour(Lower Mainland)