Utility Arborist Apprentice

Davey Tree Expert Co; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Utility Arborist Apprentice, where you'll gain hands-on experience in the field. This role supports Arborists while ensuring a safe and organized work environment. With a commitment to your growth, the company offers ongoing training and opportunities to become a certified Arborist. Enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including stock purchase options and a supportive team atmosphere. If you're passionate about the environment and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to start your journey in arboriculture.

Benefits

Ongoing Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Stock Purchase

Excellent Benefits Package

RRSP Matching Program

Paid Sick Days

Safety Boot Allowance

Employee Referral Program

Daily Per Diem

Hotel Expenses Covered

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards becoming a certified Arborist.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Control lowering ropes and assist tree workers.
• Perform maintenance inspections on equipment.
• Complete job site cleanup and manage traffic.

Skills

Arboriculture Experience

Horticulture Experience

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Education

Valid Provincial Driver’s License

Job description

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Company:Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations:Nanaimo, British Columbia
Additional Locations:Vancouver Island
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:211007

Position Overview

As a Utility Arborist Apprentice with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist.

The pay rate for this position is $29.96 - $33.95 per hour.

Job Duties

• Control lowering ropes.
• Supply tools for tree workers aloft.
• Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment.
• Cut, chip and load brush and wood.
• Complete proper job site cleanup.
• Assist other crew members in performing job duties.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• Previous arboriculture/horticulture experience
• Utility line clearing experience an asset
• Willingness to work towards becoming a certified Arborist.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Seasonal positions also available
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, including assistance with tuition
• Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 monthsof service
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP matching program
• Paid Sick Days (BC Only)
• Safety Boot Allowance (BC Only)
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks
• Daily Per Diem where required. Hotel and other expenses covered.

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. TheDavey 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.