Arborist Apprentice (Maidstone, ON, CA, N0R 1K0)

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 14,629 - 18,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Stock purchase after 6 months

Employee referral program

Training and career advancement

Job summary

The Arborist Apprentice position with Davey Tree offers hands-on field exposure and the potential to become a Certified Arborist over time. You will support experienced arborists, maintain a clean and safe work site, and gain experience across all arborist duties, with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.

This full-time, year-round role is based in Maidstone, Ontario, and features wage consideration between $20 and $25 per hour, depending on education and experience, along with a

Qualifications

• Valid provincial driver’s license.
• Previous arboriculture/horticulture experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Arboriculture experience

Arborist certification path

Lift 50 lbs

Team player

Job description

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Maidstone, Ontario
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 226886

Position Overview

As an 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.

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.
• 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.
• $20-$25/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/ TFSA Program.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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.