Job Description
Utility Arborist (Residential)
Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Nanaimo, British Columbia
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 231111
Position Overview
As a Certified Utility Arborist for RESIDENTIAL operations, you get to apply your skills for residential and commercial customers. You will support multiple local locations across our various contracts ensuring we are constantly able to meet and deliver on our clients expectations.
Job Duties
- Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for residential and commercial properties.
- 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.
- Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
- 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 with line clearance certification preferred.
- Trimming/climbing experience.
- Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
- Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
Additional Information
- Full time. Year-round employment.
- $30-$35/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications.
- Occasional overtime required.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.