Traveling Utility Tree Trimmer & Climber

Davey Tree Expert Co; Pickering; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA Matching Program

Employee stock purchase plan

Travel opportunities

OT available

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Utility Tree Trimmer to support electric utility clients across Ontario.

You will travel to multiple work sites, perform pruning and removal from rope, saddle, or aerial lifts, and ensure safe transmission of electricity while following safety policies. Full-time, year-round role with 40+ hours weekly, on-site work, and opportunities for training, travel, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required.
• Experience pruning/removals from rope and saddle and/or aerial lift.
• Utility tree trimming and climbing experience.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle license an asset.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs; work safely in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers and rail customers.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Removal or trimming of trees and brush encroaching onto utility or transportation rights of ways.
• Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Responsible for job site set up, clean up.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Certified Arborist

Utility Tree Trimmer

Rope & Saddle Pruning

Aerial Lift Experience

Ontario Driver's License

Tools

5-ton Vehicle License

Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Utility Tree Trimmer to support electric utility clients across Ontario.

You will travel to multiple work sites, perform pruning and removal from rope, saddle, or aerial lifts, and ensure safe transmission of electricity while following safety policies. Full-time, year-round role with 40+ hours weekly, on-site work, and opportunities for training, travel, and benefits.