Utility Arborist Apprentice

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

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company seeks a Utility Arborist Apprentice in Nanaimo. This role involves providing field support to Arborists, ensuring a clean and safe worksite, and working towards certification as an Arborist. Employees benefit from training, career advancement, and competitive pay.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

Employee owned company with stock purchase available

Excellent benefits package and RRSP/TFSA matching

Paid sick days

Safety boot allowance

Daily per diem when required

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver's license and a willingness to work towards Arborist certification.
• Experience in arboriculture/horticulture is preferred.
• Ability to work safely and contribute as part of a crew.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lower ropes and supply tools for tree workers.
• Perform maintenance inspections on equipment.
• Ensure site cleanliness and safety compliance.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Valid provincial driver’s license

Previous arboriculture/horticulture experience

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: 212238

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 months of service.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA 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. 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.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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