Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia
Additional Locations: Lower Mainland
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 224528
Position Overview
As a Consulting Arborist you will be called upon to provide your knowledge and experience to provide in-depth consultative services across several different client groups from individual homeowners to Architects, Builders/Construction companies, larger utility clients, and municipalities.
The pay rate for this position is $41.14- $47.40.
Job Duties
- Administer and participate in the efficient care, maintenance and growth of the City’s urban forests by fielding, recording and scheduling service requests, conducting visual tree risk assessments on all city trees annually and in accordance with ISA regulations, small tree pruning, small removals, preparing the annual tree planting program, and applying for tree planting grants as required.
- Assist with the preparation and evaluation of tenders including tree removal, trimming and annual tree planting.
- Planning and organizing contractor work, coordinating contract start-up upon bid award, inspecting contracted work, completing necessary reports/documentation of contracted services including health and safety compliance.
- Consult and provide diagnosis /recommendations on the health of trees as a result of insects, diseases and fungi.
- Responsible for reviewing tree planting plans for new subdivisions and industrial developments insuring proper species selection.
- Identify and provide methods of control for pests and invasive species directly affecting the Urban Forestry canopy.
- Travel to various locations within a specified region providing consulting services.
- Complete Arborist Reports.
- Develop Tree Management Plans.
- Create detailed Tree Risk Assessments for clients.
- Conduct or assist with Tree Inventories.
Qualifications
- Required - A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in Urban Forestry or Horticulture related discipline at the municipal level.
- Certified Arborist.
- TRAQ Certification is preferred.
- Strong Tree Identification skills.
- Knowledge of the construction industry is an asset.
- Valid provincial driver’s license.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and also possess the willingness to learn and progress.
Additional Information
- Full time. Year-round employment.
- Occasional overtime required.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Excellent Benefits package, RRSP/TFSA and careers advancement opportunities.
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Davey provides ongoing training.
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.
