Arborist Foreperson: Lead Crew, Year‑Round Training

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Stock purchase plan

Employee referral program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited seeks a Foreperson to lead a field crew across job sites, ensuring safe, on-time execution and top-notch client service. You will mentor newer team members and serve as the main client contact to deliver exceptional arboriculture work.

You will supervise pruning, removal, and structural work, coordinating tools and equipment while upholding Davey safety standards and delivering superior customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an Arborist.
• ISA certification or certificate of enrollment in an arboriculture program or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• The ability to understand and safely direct a team on the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Provide expert tree trimming services and inspections to client properties.
• Manage customer service expectations.
• Maintain Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Arborist experience

Driver's license

Team leadership

Tree identification

Education

ISA certification or arboriculture program

High school diploma

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited seeks a Foreperson to lead a field crew across job sites, ensuring safe, on-time execution and top-notch client service. You will mentor newer team members and serve as the main client contact to deliver exceptional arboriculture work.

You will supervise pruning, removal, and structural work, coordinating tools and equipment while upholding Davey safety standards and delivering superior customer experiences.