Railroad Herbicide Applicator Foreperson (Eastern Canada)
Ancaster, ON, CA, L9G 4V5 Hamilton, ON, CA, L8P 2B6 Burlington, ON, CA, L7L 5R3 Downsview, ON, CA, M3L 1G9 Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, CA, L4A 2Z5 Carp, ON, CA, K0A 1L0 Pickering, ON, CA, L1W 0A3
Additional Locations: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario
Primary Locations: Ontario, Ancaster, 611 Tradewind Drive Suite 500, L9G 4V5, Ontario, Burlington, 6-4450 Corporate Drive, L7L 5R3, Ontario, Downsview, 10 Jethro Road, M3L 1G9, Ontario, Hamilton, 182 Chatham Street, L8P 2B6, Ontario, Carp, 196 Cardevco Road, K0A 1L0, Ontario, Pickering, 1661 Quigley Street, L1W 0A3, Ontario, Whitchurch-Stouffville, 6282 Bloomington Rd, L4A 2Z5
Requisition ID: 192546
Company Overview
Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited has been performing tree care and vegetation management services across Canada since 1930. Our relatable experiences and industries serviced include notably Utilities, Municipalities, Government, Rail, Commercial and Residential.
We provide utilities, rail, and road transport with safe and efficient right of way clearance services. Clients rely on us for timely resource mobilization during severe weather events and proactive planning services, such as system hardening and storm restorations.
Position Overview
In this role, you will travel extensively across Canada as you work to support our rail clients to ensure track safety is maintained for both passengers and goods. You will be relied upon to provide leadership and confidence to a crew as you work to efficiently and safely perform various scopes of work.
Job Duties
- Perform chemical and mechanical vegetation control.
- Maintain meticulous records of herbicide use, inventory, and equipment.
- Travel to various sites
- Operate Hi-Rail herbicide applicator equipment, adhering to all company and environmental standards.
- Organize and direct crew in successful and safe execution of the scope of work.
- Manage customer service expectations, Communicate with customer daily.
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment.
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Must be bilingual
- Minimum 3 years’ experience related to Hi-Rail herbicidal application.
- Previous experience in a leadership role an asset.
- Strong shrub and plant identification skills.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement preferred.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
- First Aid certification preferred.
Additional Information
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Excellent Benefits package, RRSP program
- Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
- Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.
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 canada.recruiting@davey.com.
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