Utility Tree Trimmer [Cambridge/Kitchener]

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

Job summary

A utility maintenance company in Kitchener, Canada, is seeking a Utility Tree Trimmer. In this role, you will provide essential tree trimming services to utility companies while ensuring safety and compliance. The ideal candidate must be a certified arborist with experience in tree climbing and pruning. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $30.00 - $40.00, yearly increases, and excellent benefits. Travel opportunities are also available.

Benefits

Annual wage increases

Performance bonuses

Company supplied PPE

Ongoing training and career advancement

Employee-owned company benefits

Qualifications

• Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required.
• Experience with rope and saddle or aerial lift.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide line clearing and tree trimming services.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment.
• Work responsibly as part of a team.

Skills

Tree pruning

Climbing

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer

Valid provincial driver’s license

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Chippers

Job description

Overview

As a Utility Tree Trimmer, you can rest assured that one day will never be the same as the other. In this role you will have a chance to travel to several work sites across a geographic area and put your certification as either a Certified Utility Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer to work as you safely execute trimming for our utility clients; the work you do will ensure the ongoing and safe transmission of electricity.

Job Duties

• 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.

Qualifications

• Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required or equivalent.
• Experience performing pruning and removals from rope and saddle and/or aerial lift.
• Utility tree trimming and climbing experience preferred.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• 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

• Pay Range $30.00 - $40.00 for Certified Utility Arborists.
• Annual wage increases.
• Performance bonuses.
• Company supplied PPE and equipment.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Full-time, year-round employment.
• 40+ hours weekly, available OT.
• Travel opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Matching Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other employee perks.

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.

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