Utility Tree Trimmer / Climbing Arborist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including RRSP/TFSA

Employee stock option after 6 months

Travel opportunities

Full-time year-round employment

Annual wage increases

Performance bonus potential

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is seeking a Utility Tree Trimmer to travel across multiple sites in Ontario, applying certified arborist skills to safely trim and remove trees for utility clients.

The role supports transmission safety and reliability, with opportunities for career growth and ongoing training. The job offers full-time year-round work, 40+ hours per week, OT availability, travel across geographic areas, and a benefits package including RRSP/TFSA matching and employee

Qualifications

• Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required or equivalent.
• Experience pruning and removals from rope and saddle and/or aerial lift.
• Utility tree trimming and climbing experience.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle license and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Willingness to learn and progress within a crew.

Responsibilities

• Provide line clearing and tree trimming services for electric utilities and rail customers.
• Operate as an active crew member with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Remove hazardous trees and encroaching vegetation from rights of way.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Set up and clean up job sites; follow safety policies.

Skills

Certified Arborist

Utility Tree Trimmer designation

Tree climbing

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Team player

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Pickering, Ontario

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229649

Position 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.
• 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

• $26-$35/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications.
• Annual wage increases.
• Performance Bonus potential.
• 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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