Certified Utility Arborist

Position Overview

As a Utility Arborist you get to apply your skills for our customers across various utilities. You will support multiple service points across our various contracts ensuring we are constantly able to meet and deliver on our clients expectations.

The pay rate for this position is $38.59 - $42.83.

Job Duties

• Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers and rail customers
• 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 or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required.
• Line clearance certification.
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred.
• Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Minimum 3 years experience.
• Strong tree and shrub 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 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.
• First Aid certification preferred.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Seasonal positions also available.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, including assistance with tuition.
• Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP matching program.
• Paid Sick Days (BC Only).
• Safety Boot Allowance (BC Only).
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks.
• Daily Per Diem where required. Hotel and other expenses covered.